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#393 of 457 private schools in VA

New Covenant Schools

School

122 FLEETWOOD DR, Lynchburg, VA 24501

Private

Enrollment

415

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#393 of 457

In Lynchburg

#8 of 8

public schools

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New Covenant Schools

5.1/10

School in Lynchburg · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.3/10

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About New Covenant Schools

New Covenant Schools is a private school in Lynchburg, VA. New Covenant Schools serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. New Covenant Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #393 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares1.1 pts below VA schools
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

New Covenant Schools 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 New Covenant Schools compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Lynchburg, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
This School
vs
12.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
415
This School
vs
527
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.1
This School
vs
5.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.6% vs 0%
Asian 1.4% vs 0%
Black 1.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.2% vs 0%
New Covenant Schools Lynchburg Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
New Covenant Schools (this school) 5.1
Perrymont Elementary 4.9
Sandusky Elementary 5.3
Sandusky Middle 4.1
Linkhorne Middle 4.2
Linkhorne Elementary 4.4
T.C. Miller Elementary School for Innovation 4.8
Sheffield Elementary 5.9
E.C. Glass High 8.0
Heritage High 5.7
Heritage Elementary 5.8
Dearington Elementary/Innovation 5.0
Bedford Hills Elementary 5.1
Robert S. Payne Elementary 3.9
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle for Innovation 5.6
William M. Bass Elementary 5.0
Paul Munro Elementary 9.4
Brookville High 6.7
Brookville Middle 5.8
Tomahawk Elementary 6.3
Leesville Road Elementary 7.6

Showing 20 of 21 schools. View all schools in Lynchburg

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.3 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,197
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 17%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 415
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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 90.6%
Two or More 5.1%
Asian 1.4%
Black 1.2%
Hispanic 1.2%
Native American 0.2%
Pacific Islander 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

122 FLEETWOOD DR, Lynchburg, VA 24501

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Covenant Schools may also want to explore other schools in the area. RIVERMONT LYNCHBURG NORTH (rated 6.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NEW VISTAS SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lynchburg, see our Lynchburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Sandusky Elementary Lynchburg 1.1 mi 5.3
Sandusky Middle Lynchburg 1.2 mi 4.1
Perrymont Elementary Lynchburg 1.0 mi 4.9
RIVERMONT LYNCHBURG NORTH Lynchburg 1.5 mi 6.0
Linkhorne Middle Lynchburg 1.6 mi 4.2
Linkhorne Elementary Lynchburg 1.6 mi 4.4
NEW VISTAS SCHOOL Lynchburg 1.8 mi 5.6
Heritage High Lynchburg 2.3 mi 5.7
Sheffield Elementary Lynchburg 2.2 mi 5.9
Heritage Elementary Lynchburg 2.4 mi 5.8
T.C. Miller Elementary School for Innovation Lynchburg 2.1 mi 4.8
BLUE RIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lynchburg 2.1 mi 7.3
E.C. Glass High Lynchburg 2.3 mi 8.0
Bedford Hills Elementary Lynchburg 3.0 mi 5.1
Dearington Elementary/Innovation Lynchburg 2.6 mi 5.0
BRIDGES TREATMENT CENTER Lynchburg 3.6 mi
JAMES RIVER DAY SCHOOL Lynchburg 3.5 mi 6.7
Robert S. Payne Elementary Lynchburg 3.0 mi 3.9
Paul Munro Elementary Lynchburg 3.8 mi 9.4
VIRGINIA EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Lynchburg 4.0 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 24501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,305

Median Home Value

$155,800

Median Rent

$936/mo

Population

26,393

College Educated

25.4%

Homeownership

45.5%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

20.5%

Median Age

29.8

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School Rating
SOUTHAMPTON ACADEMY Courtland, VA 5.1
LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Stephens City, VA 5.0
CHRISTIAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Rocky Mount, VA 5.2
NORFOLK COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Norfolk, VA 5.2
VALLEY BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Edinburg, VA 4.9
BLUE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bridgewater, VA 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Covenant Schools

What grades does New Covenant Schools serve?

New Covenant Schools serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend New Covenant Schools?

New Covenant Schools has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Covenant Schools?

The student-teacher ratio at New Covenant Schools is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does New Covenant Schools rank in VA?

New Covenant Schools ranks #393 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is New Covenant Schools's MySchoolScout rating?

New Covenant Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is New Covenant Schools a private school?

Yes, New Covenant Schools is a private coeducational school with a Episcopal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is New Covenant Schools a religious school?

New Covenant Schools has a Episcopal religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
4 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
415
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Episcopal
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
171 days
Setting
Small City
County
Lynchburg city

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