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#261 of 457 private schools in VA

Mountain View Christian Academy

School

153 NARROW LN, Winchester, VA 22602

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

184

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

184

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#261 of 457

In Winchester

#6 of 6

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About Mountain View Christian Academy

Mountain View Christian Academy is a private school in Winchester, VA. Mountain View Christian Academy serves approximately 184 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain View Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #261 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it comparesOn par with VA schools

6.2

This school 6.2 · Average
VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 184 students, Mountain View 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 9.2:1 students to teachers, Mountain View Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Mountain View 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 Mountain View Christian Academy compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Winchester, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio

9.2:1

This School

14.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

184

This School

689

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.2

This School

5.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88% vs 0%

Black 8.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.1% vs 0%

Mountain View Christian Academy Winchester Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Mountain View Christian Academy (this school)	—	184	9.2:1	6.2
Orchard View Elementary	2.0 mi	449	12.8:1	5.2
Armel Elementary	2.7 mi	598	15.3:1	5.9
Frederick Douglass Elementary	2.8 mi	286	11.9:1	6.3
Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle	3.0 mi	808	11.2:1	5.5
Evendale Elementary	3.2 mi	581	14.5:1	4.4
Garland R. Quarles Elementary	4.4 mi	388	13.4:1	6.6
John Handley High	4.6 mi	1,355	20.8:1	5.5
John Kerr Elementary	5.0 mi	604	16.3:1	5.0
Daniel Morgan Middle	5.3 mi	589	20.3:1	4.8
James Wood Middle	5.3 mi	834	12.4:1	4.6
Daniel Morgan Intermediate	5.3 mi	600	21.4:1	3.5
Virginia Avenue Charlotte Dehart Elementary	5.7 mi	414	13.4:1	4.8
Greenwood Mill Elementary	6.5 mi	582	15.3:1	5.8
James Wood High	7.0 mi	1,463	13.3:1	7.2
Apple Pie Ridge Elementary	7.0 mi	427	12.2:1	5.0
Millbrook High	7.1 mi	1,573	13.1:1	7.1
Redbud Run Elementary	7.2 mi	596	14.9:1	4.7
Indian Hollow Elementary	9.8 mi	383	14.7:1	5.5
Frederick County Middle	10.9 mi	751	11.6:1	5.5
Gainesboro Elementary	11.0 mi	489	14.4:1	4.2

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

B 5.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.2:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.0 / 10

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School Day Length 7.1 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,278

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 4.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 22%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 184

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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 88.0%

Black 8.7%

Two or More 2.2%

Hispanic 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

153 NARROW LN, Winchester, VA 22602

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mountain View Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL OF WINCHESTER INC (rated 7.9/10, 5.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRAFTON INTEGRATED HEALTH NETWORK - WINCHESTER (rated 7.4/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRAFTON-RUTH BIRCH CAMPUS (rated 7.3/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winchester, see our Winchester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
EUKARYA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Stephens City	1.0 mi	183	6.8
Bass-Hoover Elementary Stephens City	1.5 mi	621	3.9
Orchard View Elementary Winchester	2.0 mi	449	5.2
Sherando High Stephens City	2.8 mi	1,642	6.5
Frederick Douglass Elementary Winchester	2.8 mi	286	6.3
Robert E. Aylor Middle White Post	2.9 mi	798	5.1
Armel Elementary Winchester	2.7 mi	598	5.9
LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Stephens City	3.6 mi	255	5.0
Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle Winchester	3.0 mi	808	5.5
Evendale Elementary Winchester	3.2 mi	581	4.4
GRAFTON-RUTH BIRCH CAMPUS Winchester	4.1 mi	71	7.3
GRAFTON INTEGRATED HEALTH NETWORK - WINCHESTER Winchester	4.1 mi	71	7.4
Garland R. Quarles Elementary Winchester	4.4 mi	388	6.6
John Handley High Winchester	4.6 mi	1,355	5.5
John Kerr Elementary Winchester	5.0 mi	604	5.0
SACRED HEART ACADEMY Winchester	5.2 mi	246	6.8
James Wood Middle Winchester	5.3 mi	834	4.6
LIGHTHOUSE BAPTIST ACADEMY Winchester	5.5 mi	97	6.7
THE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL OF WINCHESTER INC Winchester	5.5 mi	52	7.9
WINCHESTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Winchester	4.5 mi	24	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,534

Median Home Value

$351,400

Median Rent

$1,367/mo

Population

32,176

College Educated

31.2%

Homeownership

78.6%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

37.7

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MILLWOOD SCHOOL Midlothian, VA	224	6.2
SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yorktown, VA	229	6.2
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BETHEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hampton, VA	137	6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mountain View Christian Academy

What grades does Mountain View Christian Academy serve?

Mountain View Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Mountain View Christian Academy?

Mountain View Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Christian Academy is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mountain View Christian Academy rank in VA?

Mountain View Christian Academy ranks #261 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Mountain View Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Mountain View 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 Mountain View Christian Academy a private school?

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

Is Mountain View Christian Academy a religious school?

Mountain View Christian Academy has a Church of Christ religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 27 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 184
Gender Split: 51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 20
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Church of Christ
School Day: 7.1 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Fringe Rural
County: Frederick County
Phone: (540) 868-1231

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