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#338 of 457 private schools in VA

New Vistas School

School

520 ELDON ST, Lynchburg, VA 24501

Private

Enrollment

31

Student-Teacher

3.1:1

Score

5.6

Grades

4th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#338 of 457

In Lynchburg

#5 of 8

public schools

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New Vistas School

5.6/10

School in Lynchburg · grades 4th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

T.c. Miller Elementary School for Innovation

4.8/10

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8.0/10

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About New Vistas School

New Vistas School is a private school in Lynchburg, VA. New Vistas School serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 3.1:1 student-teacher ratio. New Vistas School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #338 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.6 pts below VA schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 31 students, New Vistas 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 3.1:1 students to teachers, New Vistas School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

New Vistas 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 New Vistas School compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Lynchburg, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
3.1:1
This School
vs
12.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
31
This School
vs
527
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.6
This School
vs
5.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 77.4% vs 0%
Black 19.4% vs 0%
Asian 3.2% vs 0%
New Vistas School Lynchburg Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
New Vistas School (this school) 5.6
T.C. Miller Elementary School for Innovation 4.8
E.C. Glass High 8.0
Perrymont Elementary 4.9
Dearington Elementary/Innovation 5.0
Robert S. Payne Elementary 3.9
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle for Innovation 5.6
Linkhorne Middle 4.2
William M. Bass Elementary 5.0
Linkhorne Elementary 4.4
Sandusky Middle 4.1
Sandusky Elementary 5.3
Sheffield Elementary 5.9
Heritage High 5.7
Heritage Elementary 5.8
Bedford Hills Elementary 5.1
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)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 3.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 5.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 990
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 36%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
D 1.4 / 10
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Enrollment 31
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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 77.4%
Black 19.4%
Asian 3.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

520 ELDON ST, Lynchburg, VA 24501

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Vistas School may also want to explore other schools in the area. RIVERMONT LYNCHBURG NORTH (rated 6.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NEW COVENANT SCHOOLS (rated 5.1/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lynchburg, see our Lynchburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
T.C. Miller Elementary School for Innovation Lynchburg 0.3 mi 4.8
E.C. Glass High Lynchburg 0.7 mi 8.0
Dearington Elementary/Innovation Lynchburg 1.1 mi 5.0
Perrymont Elementary Lynchburg 1.1 mi 4.9
Robert S. Payne Elementary Lynchburg 1.3 mi 3.9
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle for Innovation Lynchburg 1.5 mi 5.6
Linkhorne Middle Lynchburg 1.7 mi 4.2
Linkhorne Elementary Lynchburg 1.9 mi 4.4
William M. Bass Elementary Lynchburg 1.8 mi 5.0
NEW COVENANT SCHOOLS Lynchburg 1.8 mi 5.1
Sandusky Middle Lynchburg 2.1 mi 4.1
Sandusky Elementary Lynchburg 2.1 mi 5.3
Sheffield Elementary Lynchburg 2.5 mi 5.9
RIVERMONT LYNCHBURG NORTH Lynchburg 2.2 mi 6.0
Heritage High Lynchburg 3.1 mi 5.7
Madison Heights Elementary Madison Heights 3.1 mi 5.6
Heritage Elementary Lynchburg 3.2 mi 5.8
SOLID ROCK BAPTIST CHURCH Madison Heights 3.1 mi
FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Madison Heights 3.1 mi
Bedford Hills Elementary Lynchburg 3.5 mi 5.1

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Vistas School

What grades does New Vistas School serve?

New Vistas School serves students in grades 4th through 12th.

How many students attend New Vistas School?

New Vistas School has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Vistas School?

The student-teacher ratio at New Vistas School is 3.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does New Vistas School rank in VA?

New Vistas School ranks #338 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is New Vistas School's MySchoolScout rating?

New Vistas School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is New Vistas School a private school?

Yes, New Vistas School is a private coeducational 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 New Vistas School a religious school?

No, New Vistas School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
31
Gender Split
74% M / 26% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
5.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Lynchburg city

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