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#162 of 457 private schools in VA

Top 35% of private schools

Great Bridge Christian Academy

School

700 MOUNT PLEASANT RD, Chesapeake, VA 23322

Private

Enrollment

139

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#162 of 457

In Chesapeake

#3 of 12

public schools

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Great Bridge Christian Academy

6.8/10

School in Chesapeake · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Butts Road Primary

6.6/10

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7.4/10

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About Great Bridge Christian Academy

Great Bridge Christian Academy is a private school in Chesapeake, VA. Great Bridge Christian Academy serves approximately 139 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Bridge Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #162 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.6 pts above VA schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 139 students, Great Bridge Christian Academy 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 9.5:1 students to teachers, Great Bridge Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Great Bridge Christian Academy 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 Great Bridge Christian Academy compares to 45 public schools serving similar grades in Chesapeake, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
This School
vs
15.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
139
This School
vs
902
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.8
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 74.1% vs 0%
Black 9.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.8% vs 0%
Asian 5.8% vs 0%
Great Bridge Christian Academy Chesapeake Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Great Bridge Christian Academy (this school) 6.8
Butts Road Primary 6.6
Great Bridge Middle 7.4
Great Bridge Intermediate 7.2
Great Bridge High 8.2
Butts Road Intermediate 7.5
Great Bridge Primary 5.2
Southeastern Elementary 7.7
Oscar F. Smith High 7.7
Hickory Middle 7.8
Greenbrier Middle 6.9
Hickory High 8.5
B.M. Williams Primary 7.3
Greenbrier Primary 5.6
Cedar Road Elementary 7.7
Hickory Elementary 8.4
Crestwood Intermediate 6.3
Greenbrier Intermediate 6.0
Crestwood Middle 5.2
Grassfield High 8.2
Indian River High 7.0

Showing 20 of 45 schools. View all schools in Chesapeake

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,278
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 43%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 139
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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 74.1%
Black 9.4%
Hispanic 5.8%
Asian 5.8%
Two or More 5.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

700 MOUNT PLEASANT RD, Chesapeake, VA 23322

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Great Bridge Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. VERITAS COLLEGIATE ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ATLANTIC SHORES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 4.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GREAT HOPE BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chesapeake, see our Chesapeake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Butts Road Primary Chesapeake 0.6 mi 6.6
Great Bridge Middle Chesapeake 1.2 mi 7.4
GREAT BRIDGE PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Chesapeake 1.2 mi
Great Bridge Intermediate Chesapeake 1.8 mi 7.2
Great Bridge High Chesapeake 1.9 mi 8.2
GREAT HOPE BAPTIST SCHOOL Chesapeake 2.2 mi 6.3
Butts Road Intermediate Chesapeake 2.0 mi 7.5
MT PLEASANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chesapeake 2.1 mi 4.9
GREAT BRIDGE PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL Chesapeake 2.2 mi 2.7
Great Bridge Primary Chesapeake 2.3 mi 5.2
Southeastern Elementary Chesapeake 3.4 mi 7.7
VERITAS COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Chesapeake 3.2 mi 7.3
Hickory Middle Chesapeake 3.7 mi 7.8
INDIAN CREEK-WELCOME BAPTIST CHURCH SCHOOL Chesapeake 3.7 mi
Greenbrier Middle Chesapeake 3.8 mi 6.9
Oscar F. Smith High Chesapeake 3.4 mi 7.7
Hickory High Chesapeake 4.0 mi 8.5
TIDEWATER ADVENTIST ACADEMY Chesapeake 3.9 mi 5.6
CEDAR ROAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chesapeake 3.3 mi 7.5
ATLANTIC SHORES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chesapeake 4.1 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23322 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$133,522

Median Home Value

$448,000

Median Rent

$1,870/mo

Population

66,079

College Educated

41.5%

Homeownership

89.3%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

40.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
EUKARYA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Stephens City, VA 6.8
EVANGEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dale City, VA 6.7
LIGHTHOUSE BAPTIST ACADEMY Winchester, VA 6.7
KING'S CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Roanoke, VA 6.9
TIDEWATER ACADEMY Wakefield, VA 6.9
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Appomattox, VA 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Great Bridge Christian Academy

What grades does Great Bridge Christian Academy serve?

Great Bridge Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Great Bridge Christian Academy?

Great Bridge Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 139 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Bridge Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Great Bridge Christian Academy is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Great Bridge Christian Academy rank in VA?

Great Bridge Christian Academy ranks #162 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Great Bridge Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Great Bridge Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Great Bridge Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Great Bridge Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Great Bridge Christian Academy a religious school?

Great Bridge Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
139
Gender Split
41% M / 59% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
7.1 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Chesapeake city

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