Very Good
#42 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 9% of private schools
Good Shepherd Episcopal School
Elementary School
4207 FOREST HILL AVE, Richmond, VA 23225
Enrollment
126
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
126
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#42 of 457
In Richmond
#1 of 34
public schools
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Good Shepherd Episcopal School
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About Good Shepherd Episcopal School
Good Shepherd Episcopal School is a private elementary school in Richmond, VA. Good Shepherd Episcopal School serves approximately 126 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Good Shepherd Episcopal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #42 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 126 students, Good Shepherd Episcopal School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.9:1 students to teachers, Good Shepherd Episcopal School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Good Shepherd Episcopal School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Good Shepherd Episcopal School compares to 80 public schools serving similar grades in Richmond, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Good Shepherd Episcopal School (this school) | 7.9 |
| Patrick Henry School Of Science And Arts | 8.0 |
| Westover Hills Elementary | 3.4 |
| Swansboro Elementary | 4.2 |
| Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary | 2.7 |
| Amelia Street Special Education | — |
| Maymont Pre-K Center | 6.7 |
| Lucille M. Brown Middle | 2.1 |
| Blackwell Elementary | 2.4 |
| Cardinal Elementary | 2.0 |
| Lois Harrison-Jones Elementary | 5.7 |
| Miles Jones Elementary | 1.8 |
| Dogwood Middle | 3.6 |
| William Fox Elementary | 5.2 |
| Oak Grove/Bellemeade Elementary | 2.1 |
| G.H. Reid Elementary | 2.2 |
| Richmond Alternative | 5.9 |
| J.L. Francis Elementary | 4.5 |
| Broad Rock Elementary | 3.3 |
| George W. Carver Elementary | 1.5 |
| Albert Hill Middle | 5.3 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in VA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in VA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4207 FOREST HILL AVE, Richmond, VA 23225
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Good Shepherd Episcopal School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Patrick Henry School Of Science And Arts (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST ANDREW'S SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST BENEDICT SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Patrick Henry School Of Science And Arts Richmond | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Richmond High School for the Arts Richmond | 0.6 mi | 3.1 |
| EPHESUS JUNIOR ACADEMY Richmond | 0.7 mi | — |
| Westover Hills Elementary Richmond | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Swansboro Elementary Richmond | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Amelia Street Special Education Richmond | 1.5 mi | — |
| Maymont Pre-K Center Richmond | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary Richmond | 1.3 mi | 2.7 |
| Cardinal Elementary Richmond | 2.0 mi | 2.0 |
| Lois Harrison-Jones Elementary Richmond | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Open High Richmond | 2.0 mi | 9.7 |
| Dogwood Middle Richmond | 2.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Lucille M. Brown Middle Richmond | 1.9 mi | 2.1 |
| ST ANDREW'S SCHOOL Richmond | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Blackwell Elementary Richmond | 2.0 mi | 2.4 |
| Miles Jones Elementary Richmond | 2.1 mi | 1.8 |
| William Fox Elementary Richmond | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Richmond | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ELIJAH HOUSE ACADEMY Richmond | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| CRISTO REY RICHMOND HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23225 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,865
Median Home Value
$292,800
Median Rent
$1,311/mo
Population
42,223
College Educated
41.1%
Homeownership
48.4%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
36.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF MCLEAN Mclean, VA | 7.9 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA Annandale, VA | 7.9 |
| Woolwine Elementary Woolwine, VA | 7.9 |
| THE WILLIAMS SCHOOL Norfolk, VA | 8.0 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Danville, VA | 7.8 |
| Mount Airy Elementary Gretna, VA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Good Shepherd Episcopal School
What grades does Good Shepherd Episcopal School serve?
Good Shepherd Episcopal School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Good Shepherd Episcopal School?
Good Shepherd Episcopal School has an enrollment of approximately 126 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Episcopal School?
The student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Episcopal School is 4.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Good Shepherd Episcopal School rank in VA?
Good Shepherd Episcopal School ranks #42 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Good Shepherd Episcopal School's MySchoolScout rating?
Good Shepherd Episcopal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Good Shepherd Episcopal School a private school?
Yes, Good Shepherd Episcopal School is a private coeducational school with a Episcopal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Good Shepherd Episcopal School a religious school?
Good Shepherd Episcopal School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 126
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Episcopal
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Richmond city
- Phone
- (804) 512-2660
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