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#315 of 457 private schools in VA

Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle

School

511 THORNROSE AVE, Staunton, VA 24401

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

315

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

315

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#315 of 457

In Staunton

#4 of 5

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About Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle

Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle is a private school in Staunton, VA. Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle serves approximately 315 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #315 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.4 pts below VA schools

5.8

This school 5.8 · Average
VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle 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

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How Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Staunton, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio

9.2:1

This School

11:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

315

This School

378

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.8

This School

6.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 93% vs 0%

Asian 2.5% vs 0%

Black 1% vs 0%

Hispanic 1% vs 0%

Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle Staunton Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle (this school)	—	315	9.2:1	5.8
Arthur R. Ware Elementary	1.0 mi	370	11.6:1	7.8
Shelburne Middle	1.0 mi	587	12.5:1	6.1
Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind High	1.1 mi	34	2.8:1	7.2
Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind Middle	1.1 mi	16	4:1	—
Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind Elementary	1.1 mi	7	1.2:1	—
Staunton City School PreSchool Programs	1.3 mi	143	17.9:1	3.3
Thomas C. McSwain Elementary	1.4 mi	429	13.8:1	9.1
Bessie Weller Elementary	1.4 mi	377	12.2:1	8.8
Staunton High	1.6 mi	789	14.1:1	7.0
Beverley Manor Middle	2.2 mi	612	12:1	5.4
Riverheads Elementary	9.0 mi	721	16.4:1	6.4
Riverheads High	9.2 mi	447	13.1:1	7.8

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

B 5.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.2:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 7.2 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

C 2.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 12%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 315

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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)

White 93.0%

Asian 2.5%

Two or More 1.9%

Black 1.0%

Hispanic 1.0%

Native American 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

511 THORNROSE AVE, Staunton, VA 24401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle may also want to explore other schools in the area. ELK HILL STAUNTON SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PILGRIM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 3.8/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Stuarts Draft), a more accessible option. For more schools in Staunton, see our Staunton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
STUART HALL SCHOOL Staunton	0.5 mi	142	7.9
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Staunton	0.9 mi	316	5.7
Arthur R. Ware Elementary Staunton	1.0 mi	370	7.8
Shelburne Middle Staunton	1.0 mi	587	6.1
ELK HILL STAUNTON SCHOOL Staunton	1.0 mi	30	6.2
Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind High Staunton	1.1 mi	34	7.2
Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind Middle Staunton	1.1 mi	16	—
Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind Elementary Staunton	1.1 mi	7	—
Staunton City School PreSchool Programs Staunton	1.3 mi	143	3.3
Bessie Weller Elementary Staunton	1.4 mi	377	8.8
Thomas C. McSwain Elementary Staunton	1.4 mi	429	9.1
Staunton High Staunton	1.6 mi	789	7.0
C.F. RICHARDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Staunton	2.3 mi	34	5.9
Beverley Manor Middle Staunton	2.2 mi	612	5.4
Wilson Middle Fishersville	5.7 mi	656	5.3
Wilson Elementary Fishersville	5.8 mi	660	4.5
Churchville Elementary Churchville	6.2 mi	449	5.5
Wilson Memorial High Fishersville	5.8 mi	863	7.2
PILGRIM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Stuarts Draft	8.0 mi	52	3.8
Stuarts Draft High Stuarts Draft	8.5 mi	712	6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 24401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,746

Median Home Value

$253,700

Median Rent

$1,002/mo

Population

37,720

College Educated

32.2%

Homeownership

63.6%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

44.6

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SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Moneta, VA	345	5.8
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Staunton, VA	316	5.7
EASTERN MENNONITE SCHOOL Harrisonburg, VA	362	5.9
WESTOVER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Danville, VA	370	5.9
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FUQUA SCHOOL Farmville, VA	260	5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle

What grades does Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle serve?

Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle?

Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle has an enrollment of approximately 315 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle rank in VA?

Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle ranks #315 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle a private school?

Yes, Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle a religious school?

Grace Christian School - Elementary/middle has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 23 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 315
Gender Split: 49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 34
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Staunton city
Phone: (540) 886-9109

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