Below Average

#399 of 457 private schools in VA

Mt Pleasant Christian School

Elementary School

1613 MOUNT PLEASANT RD, Chesapeake, VA 23322

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

234

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

234

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#399 of 457

In Chesapeake

#10 of 12

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About Mt Pleasant Christian School

Mt Pleasant Christian School is a private elementary school in Chesapeake, VA. Mt Pleasant Christian School serves approximately 234 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt Pleasant Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #399 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares1.3 pts below VA schools

4.9

This school 4.9 · Below Average
VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Mt Pleasant Christian 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

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How Mt Pleasant Christian School compares to 38 public schools serving similar grades in Chesapeake, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.4:1

This School

15.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

234

This School

720

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.9

This School

6.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 92.3% vs 0%

Black 5.1% vs 0%

Asian 1.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 0.4% vs 0%

Mt Pleasant Christian School Chesapeake Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Mt Pleasant Christian School (this school)	—	234	11.4:1	4.9
Butts Road Intermediate	0.1 mi	575	17.4:1	7.5
Butts Road Primary	1.5 mi	538	16.3:1	6.6
Great Bridge Middle	3.3 mi	1,294	15.4:1	7.4
Great Bridge Intermediate	3.8 mi	727	19.1:1	7.2
Greenbrier Middle	4.2 mi	790	12.3:1	6.9
Great Bridge Primary	4.3 mi	668	19.1:1	5.2
Greenbrier Primary	4.5 mi	698	17.9:1	5.6
Southeastern Elementary	4.7 mi	782	15:1	7.7
Hickory Middle	4.8 mi	1,298	14:1	7.8
B.M. Williams Primary	5.2 mi	834	13.9:1	7.3
Greenbrier Intermediate	5.6 mi	622	20.1:1	6.0
Hickory Elementary	6.0 mi	649	17.5:1	8.4
Crestwood Intermediate	6.5 mi	692	15.7:1	6.3
Crestwood Middle	6.9 mi	560	11.9:1	5.2
Indian River Middle	6.9 mi	763	12.9:1	4.7
Cedar Road Elementary	6.9 mi	940	17.4:1	7.7
Georgetown Primary	7.2 mi	772	14.8:1	5.1
Sparrow Road Intermediate	7.3 mi	433	15.5:1	4.9
Portlock Primary	7.4 mi	547	13.7:1	7.1
George W. Carver Intermediate	7.5 mi	523	14.9:1	4.2

Showing 20 of 38 schools. View all schools in Chesapeake

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+ 4.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.4:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 5.1 / 10

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School Day Length 6.7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,192.6

Diversity & Inclusion

C 3.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 14%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 234

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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 92.3%

Black 5.1%

Asian 1.7%

Hispanic 0.4%

Pacific Islander 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1613 MOUNT PLEASANT RD, Chesapeake, VA 23322

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mt Pleasant Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tallwood Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Virginia Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is Glenwood Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Virginia Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Centerville Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Virginia Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chesapeake, see our Chesapeake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Butts Road Intermediate Chesapeake	0.1 mi	575	7.5
VERITAS COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Chesapeake	1.8 mi	77	7.3
Butts Road Primary Chesapeake	1.5 mi	538	6.6
GREAT BRIDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chesapeake	2.1 mi	139	6.8
TIDEWATER ADVENTIST ACADEMY Chesapeake	3.2 mi	52	5.6
ATLANTIC SHORES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chesapeake	3.3 mi	738	6.4
INDIAN CREEK-WELCOME BAPTIST CHURCH SCHOOL Chesapeake	3.5 mi	27	—
Centerville Elementary Virginia Beach	3.9 mi	567	8.1
Great Bridge Middle Chesapeake	3.3 mi	1,294	7.4
GREAT BRIDGE PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Chesapeake	3.3 mi	16	—
MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF VIRGINIA Chesapeake	4.0 mi	108	5.8
GREAT HOPE BAPTIST SCHOOL Chesapeake	3.9 mi	104	6.3
Great Bridge Intermediate Chesapeake	3.8 mi	727	7.2
Greenbrier Middle Chesapeake	4.2 mi	790	6.9
Tallwood Elementary Virginia Beach	4.7 mi	539	8.7
Great Bridge High Chesapeake	4.0 mi	1,530	8.2
Glenwood Elementary Virginia Beach	4.6 mi	979	8.5
Greenbrier Primary Chesapeake	4.5 mi	698	5.6
Tallwood High Virginia Beach	4.9 mi	1,875	7.7
Hickory Middle Chesapeake	4.8 mi	1,298	7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23322 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$133,522

Median Home Value

$448,000

Median Rent

$1,870/mo

Population

66,079

College Educated

41.5%

Homeownership

89.3%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

40.6

Similar Schools

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Bucknell Elementary Alexandria, VA	279	5.0
Dearington Elementary/Innovation Lynchburg, VA	180	5.0
Sydnor Jennings Elementary Nathalie, VA	181	5.0
William M. Bass Elementary Lynchburg, VA	196	5.0
Red Oak-Sturgeon Elementary Alberta, VA	184	4.8
Scottsville Elementary Scottsville, VA	211	4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mt Pleasant Christian School

What grades does Mt Pleasant Christian School serve?

Mt Pleasant Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Mt Pleasant Christian School?

Mt Pleasant Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 234 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt Pleasant Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mt Pleasant Christian School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mt Pleasant Christian School rank in VA?

Mt Pleasant Christian School ranks #399 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Mt Pleasant Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mt Pleasant Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Mt Pleasant Christian School a private school?

Yes, Mt Pleasant Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Mennonite affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Mt Pleasant Christian School a religious school?

Mt Pleasant Christian School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 42 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 39 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 234
Gender Split: 54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 21
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Mennonite
School Day: 6.7 hours
Days Per Year: 178 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Chesapeake city
Phone: (757) 482-9557

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