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#241 of 457 private schools in VA
Little Keswick School
Elementary School
500 LITTLE KESWICK LN, Keswick, VA 22947
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
5th – 11th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
5th – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#241 of 457
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Little Keswick School
Elementary School in Keswick · grades 5th – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Little Keswick School
Little Keswick School is a private elementary school in Keswick, VA. Little Keswick School serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades 5th-11th, and has a 4.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Little Keswick School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #241 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 34 students, Little Keswick School 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 4.9:1 students to teachers, Little Keswick School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Little Keswick 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.
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BetaHow Little Keswick School compares to the 1 public school in Keswick, VA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Keswick
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Little Keswick School (this school) | 6.2 |
| Stony Point 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
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
500 LITTLE KESWICK LN, Keswick, VA 22947
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Little Keswick School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stone Robinson Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Charlottesville), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOUNTAINTOP MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Charlottesville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Baker-Butler Elem (rated 7.3/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Charlottesville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Keswick, see our Keswick schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Stone Robinson Elementary Charlottesville | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Charlottesville | 3.7 mi | — |
| OAKLAND SCHOOL Troy | 5.3 mi | — |
| MOUNTAINTOP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Charlottesville | 4.8 mi | 7.6 |
| GENERATIONS MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTESVILLE Charlottesville | 4.9 mi | — |
| FROST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Charlottesville | 5.1 mi | — |
| Stony Point Elementary Keswick | 6.3 mi | 7.1 |
| EFFORT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL AND PRESCHOOL Palmyra | 6.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Burnley-Moran Elementary Charlottesville | 5.9 mi | 4.0 |
| CHARLOTTESVILLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Charlottesville | 6.0 mi | 5.5 |
| CHARLOTTESVILLE WALDORF SCHOOL Charlottesville | 6.3 mi | 6.7 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTESVILLE Charlottesville | 6.3 mi | — |
| CHARLOTTESVILLE DAY SCHOOL Charlottesville | 6.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Clark Elementary Charlottesville | 6.4 mi | 3.5 |
| FIRST BAPTIST PRESCHOOL Charlottesville | 6.5 mi | — |
| THE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTESVILLE Charlottesville | 6.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Baker-Butler Elem Charlottesville | 7.9 mi | 7.3 |
| RENAISSANCE SCHOOL Charlottesville | 6.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Lakeside Middle Charlottesville | 7.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Greenbrier Elementary Charlottesville | 6.9 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22947 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,944
Median Home Value
$698,600
Median Rent
$1,087/mo
Population
5,201
College Educated
66.2%
Homeownership
86.2%
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
48.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S CENTER Centreville, VA | 6.2 |
| THE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTESVILLE Charlottesville, VA | 6.2 |
| GALILEE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Virginia Beach, VA | 6.1 |
| APPLETREE SCHOOL Fairfax, VA | 6.0 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Woodbridge, VA | 6.4 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ALEXANDRIA Alexandria, VA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Little Keswick School
What grades does Little Keswick School serve?
Little Keswick School serves students in grades 5th through 11th.
How many students attend Little Keswick School?
Little Keswick School has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Keswick School?
The student-teacher ratio at Little Keswick School is 4.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Little Keswick School rank in VA?
Little Keswick School ranks #241 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Little Keswick School's MySchoolScout rating?
Little Keswick School 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 Little Keswick School a private school?
Yes, Little Keswick School is a private all-boys 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 Little Keswick School a religious school?
No, Little Keswick School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 11th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 210 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Albemarle County
- Phone
- (434) 295-0457
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