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#150 of 457 private schools in VA

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King's Christian Academy

School

3230 KING ST NE STE 2, Roanoke, VA 24012

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

170

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

170

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#150 of 457

In Roanoke

#3 of 8

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About King's Christian Academy

King's Christian Academy is a private school in Roanoke, VA. King's Christian Academy serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. King's Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #150 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.7 pts above VA schools

6.9

This school 6.9 · Average
VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 170 students, King's 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.

King's 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.

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How King's Christian Academy compares to 41 public schools serving similar grades in Roanoke, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.8:1

This School

13.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

170

This School

552

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.9

This School

6.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 64.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 14.7% vs 0%

Black 8.8% vs 0%

Asian 5.9% vs 0%

King's Christian Academy Roanoke Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
King's Christian Academy (this school)	—	170	11.8:1	6.9
Fallon Park Elementary	2.0 mi	577	12.5:1	3.8
Bonsack Elementary	2.6 mi	314	13.1:1	8.8
John P. Fishwick Middle	2.8 mi	579	15.2:1	3.7
Morningside Elementary	2.9 mi	224	11.2:1	4.3
Monterey Elementary	2.9 mi	493	14.5:1	4.3
Lincoln Terrace Elementary	3.0 mi	252	10.1:1	3.4
Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle	3.2 mi	483	10.7:1	3.3
Breckinridge Middle	3.2 mi	595	13.2:1	3.7
Preston Park Elementary	3.3 mi	513	15.1:1	2.6
Round Hill Elementary	3.5 mi	704	14.1:1	4.0
Mountain View Elementary	3.7 mi	378	13.5:1	6.7
Highland Park Elementary	3.9 mi	384	12.4:1	7.7
Mount Pleasant Elementary	4.1 mi	258	12.3:1	6.6
Roanoke Academy For Mathematics & Science Elementary	4.1 mi	390	8.9:1	5.4
Hurt Park Elementary	4.3 mi	334	11.5:1	3.9
Crystal Spring Elementary	4.8 mi	305	13.9:1	9.0
Wasena Elementary	4.9 mi	252	14.8:1	8.2
Virginia Heights Elementary	5.1 mi	259	11.3:1	7.3
Garden City Elementary	5.1 mi	312	10.4:1	6.7
Burlington Elementary	5.1 mi	510	14.2:1	6.2

Showing 20 of 41 schools. View all schools in Roanoke

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

C+ 4.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.8:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.6 / 10

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School Day Length 8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,440

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 55%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 170

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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 64.7%

Hispanic 14.7%

Black 8.8%

Asian 5.9%

Two or More 5.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3230 KING ST NE STE 2, Roanoke, VA 24012

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering King's Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Bonsack Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is W.E. Cundiff Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Vinton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Herman L. Horn Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Vinton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Roanoke, see our Roanoke schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Herman L. Horn Elementary Vinton	0.9 mi	425	7.4
W.E. Cundiff Elementary Vinton	1.6 mi	496	8.1
ROANOKE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Roanoke	1.6 mi	9	—
Fallon Park Elementary Roanoke	2.0 mi	577	3.8
William Byrd Middle Vinton	1.8 mi	821	6.1
William Byrd High Vinton	2.0 mi	1,127	7.1
Bonsack Elementary Roanoke	2.6 mi	314	8.8
John P. Fishwick Middle Roanoke	2.8 mi	579	3.7
Morningside Elementary Roanoke	2.9 mi	224	4.3
Monterey Elementary Roanoke	2.9 mi	493	4.3
ROANOKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Roanoke	2.8 mi	368	7.4
COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Roanoke	2.9 mi	64	7.2
Lincoln Terrace Elementary Roanoke	3.0 mi	252	3.4
Breckinridge Middle Roanoke	3.2 mi	595	3.7
Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle Roanoke	3.2 mi	483	3.3
MINERAL SPRINGS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vinton	3.2 mi	32	4.9
Preston Park Elementary Roanoke	3.3 mi	513	2.6
Mount Pleasant Elementary Roanoke	4.1 mi	258	6.6
Mountain View Elementary Roanoke	3.7 mi	378	6.7
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Roanoke	3.5 mi	14	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 24012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,002

Median Home Value

$177,000

Median Rent

$1,002/mo

Population

28,734

College Educated

23.6%

Homeownership

54.6%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

20.8%

Median Age

40.2

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OCEAN VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Norfolk, VA	150	7.0
RICHMOND ACADEMY Richmond, VA	110	7.0
WAKEFIELD COUNTY DAY SCHOOL Huntly, VA	165	7.0
EUKARYA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Stephens City, VA	183	6.8
GREAT BRIDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chesapeake, VA	139	6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about King's Christian Academy

What grades does King's Christian Academy serve?

King's Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend King's Christian Academy?

King's Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at King's Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at King's Christian Academy is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does King's Christian Academy rank in VA?

King's Christian Academy ranks #150 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is King's Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

King's Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is King's Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, King's 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 King's Christian Academy a religious school?

King's Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 11 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 9 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 170
Gender Split: 44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 14
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Roanoke city
Phone: (540) 266-7878

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