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#251 of 457 private schools in VA

Greenwood Christian Academy

Elementary School

5251 JOHN TYLER HWY 37, Williamsburg, VA 23185

Private

Enrollment

108

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#251 of 457

In Williamsburg

#3 of 7

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Greenwood Christian Academy

6.2/10

Elementary School in Williamsburg · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Greenwood Christian Academy

Greenwood Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Williamsburg, VA. Greenwood Christian Academy serves approximately 108 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Greenwood Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #251 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it comparesOn par with VA schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 108 students, Greenwood 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 9.4:1 students to teachers, Greenwood Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Greenwood 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 Greenwood Christian Academy compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Williamsburg, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
This School
vs
13.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
108
This School
vs
568
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.2
This School
vs
6.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 79.6% vs 0%
Black 2.8% vs 0%
Greenwood Christian Academy Williamsburg Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Greenwood Christian Academy (this school) 6.2
Laurel Lane Elementary 6.7
Berkeley Middle 6.8
Clara Byrd Baker Elementary 5.8
Matthew Whaley Elementary 4.4
James Blair Middle 5.2
Waller Mill Elementary 7.9
Magruder Elementary 6.6
Queens Lake Middle 8.0
Matoaka Elementary 6.3
D.J. Montague Elementary 6.5
Lois Hornsby Middle 5.9
J. Blaine Blayton Elementary 7.0
James River Elementary 4.0
Norge Elementary 6.6
Stonehouse Elementary 7.1

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 9.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,235
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 34%
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
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Enrollment 108
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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 79.6%
Two or More 17.6%
Black 2.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5251 JOHN TYLER HWY 37, Williamsburg, VA 23185

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greenwood Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Waller Mill Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Laurel Lane Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Magruder Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Williamsburg, see our Williamsburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.4 mi
School Distance Rating
WALSINGHAM ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL Williamsburg 0.7 mi 5.8
Laurel Lane Elementary Williamsburg 0.8 mi 6.7
WALSINGHAM ACADEMY Williamsburg 0.8 mi 7.8
Berkeley Middle Williamsburg 1.1 mi 6.8
Clara Byrd Baker Elementary Williamsburg 1.6 mi 5.8
James Blair Middle Williamsburg 2.4 mi 5.2
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Williamsburg 2.5 mi 5.9
Matthew Whaley Elementary Williamsburg 2.3 mi 4.4
Waller Mill Elementary Williamsburg 2.8 mi 7.9
PROVIDENCE CLASSICAL SCHOOL Williamsburg 2.5 mi 6.3
Jamestown High Williamsburg 2.7 mi 7.4
Lafayette High Williamsburg 4.2 mi 6.7
WILLIAMSBURG MONTESSORI SCHOOL Williamsburg 4.3 mi 5.2
Magruder Elementary Williamsburg 3.7 mi 6.6
Bruton High Williamsburg 4.5 mi 8.4
Queens Lake Middle Williamsburg 4.1 mi 8.0
D.J. Montague Elementary Williamsburg 4.6 mi 6.5
Warhill High Williamsburg 5.3 mi 7.0
Matoaka Elementary Williamsburg 4.5 mi 6.3
Lois Hornsby Middle Williamsburg 6.4 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23185 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,507

Median Home Value

$413,500

Median Rent

$1,425/mo

Population

54,411

College Educated

52%

Homeownership

73.3%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

39.8

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School Rating
BLACKSBURG NEW SCHOOL Blacksburg, VA 6.2
CULPEPER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Culpeper, VA 6.2
CHESAPEAKE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chesapeake, VA 6.3
EPIPHANY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Culpeper, VA 6.3
HUNTER CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Henrico, VA 6.1
CHESAPEAKE ACADEMY Irvington, VA 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greenwood Christian Academy

What grades does Greenwood Christian Academy serve?

Greenwood Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Greenwood Christian Academy?

Greenwood Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 108 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Greenwood Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Greenwood Christian Academy is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Greenwood Christian Academy rank in VA?

Greenwood Christian Academy ranks #251 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Greenwood Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Greenwood Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Greenwood Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Greenwood Christian Academy 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 Greenwood Christian Academy a religious school?

Greenwood Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
108
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
190 days
Setting
Small Suburb
County
James City County

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