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#169 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 37% of private schools
James River Day School
Elementary School
5039 BOONSBORO RD, Lynchburg, VA 24503
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#169 of 457
In Lynchburg
#3 of 8
public schools
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James River Day School
Elementary School in Lynchburg · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About James River Day School
James River Day School is a private elementary school in Lynchburg, VA. James River Day School serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. James River Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #169 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, James River Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
James River Day 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 James River Day School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Lynchburg, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| James River Day School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Bedford Hills Elementary | 5.1 |
| Paul Munro Elementary | 9.4 |
| Boonsboro Elementary | 8.2 |
| Linkhorne Elementary | 4.4 |
| Linkhorne Middle | 4.2 |
| Dearington Elementary/Innovation | 5.0 |
| Perrymont Elementary | 4.9 |
| Sandusky Elementary | 5.3 |
| T.C. Miller Elementary School for Innovation | 4.8 |
| Sandusky Middle | 4.1 |
| Robert S. Payne Elementary | 3.9 |
| Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle for Innovation | 5.6 |
| Sheffield Elementary | 5.9 |
| Heritage Elementary | 5.8 |
| William M. Bass Elementary | 5.0 |
| Brookville Middle | 5.8 |
| Tomahawk Elementary | 6.3 |
| Leesville Road Elementary | 7.6 |
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
5039 BOONSBORO RD, Lynchburg, VA 24503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James River Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Paul Munro Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Boonsboro Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BLUE RIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lynchburg, see our Lynchburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bedford Hills Elementary Lynchburg | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Paul Munro Elementary Lynchburg | 1.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Boonsboro Elementary Lynchburg | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| RIVERMONT LYNCHBURG NORTH Lynchburg | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| VIRGINIA EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Lynchburg | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Linkhorne Elementary Lynchburg | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Linkhorne Middle Lynchburg | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| NEW COVENANT SCHOOLS Lynchburg | 3.5 mi | 5.1 |
| BLUE RIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lynchburg | 3.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Perrymont Elementary Lynchburg | 4.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Sandusky Elementary Lynchburg | 4.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Sandusky Middle Lynchburg | 4.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Dearington Elementary/Innovation Lynchburg | 4.1 mi | 5.0 |
| NEW VISTAS SCHOOL Lynchburg | 4.3 mi | 5.6 |
| E.C. Glass High Lynchburg | 4.2 mi | 8.0 |
| T.C. Miller Elementary School for Innovation Lynchburg | 4.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Elon Elementary Madison Heights | 5.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Heritage High Lynchburg | 5.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Heritage Elementary Lynchburg | 5.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Robert S. Payne Elementary Lynchburg | 5.0 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 24503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,025
Median Home Value
$320,500
Median Rent
$972/mo
Population
19,978
College Educated
59.2%
Homeownership
74.9%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
43.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Armstrong Elementary Hampton, VA | 6.7 |
| Brosville Elementary Danville, VA | 6.7 |
| Elon Elementary Madison Heights, VA | 6.7 |
| Garden City Elementary Roanoke, VA | 6.7 |
| Goochland Elementary Goochland, VA | 6.7 |
| Hurley Elementary/Middle Hurley, VA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James River Day School
What grades does James River Day School serve?
James River Day School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend James River Day School?
James River Day School has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James River Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at James River Day School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does James River Day School rank in VA?
James River Day School ranks #169 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is James River Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
James River Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is James River Day School a private school?
Yes, James River Day School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is James River Day School a religious school?
No, James River Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 266
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Lynchburg city
- Phone
- (434) 384-7385
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