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#23 of 457 private schools in VA

Top 5% of private schools

Oak Hill Academy

High School

2635 OAK HILL RD, Mouth of Wilson, VA 24363

Private

Enrollment

115

Student-Teacher

5.6:1

Score

8.2

Grades

8th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

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Oak Hill Academy

8.2/10

High School in Mouth of Wilson · grades 8th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.1/10

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9.6/10

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About Oak Hill Academy

Oak Hill Academy is a private high school in Mouth of Wilson, VA. Oak Hill Academy serves approximately 115 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Hill Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #23 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares1.3 pts above VA schools
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • VA avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 115 students, Oak Hill 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 5.6:1 students to teachers, Oak Hill Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Oak Hill 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.

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 8.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,292
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 50%
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 115
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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 65.2%
Black 26.1%
Asian 5.2%
Hispanic 3.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2635 OAK HILL RD, Mouth of Wilson, VA 24363

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oak Hill Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Grayson County High (rated 9.3/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Independence), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rural Retreat High (rated 9.0/10, 20.8 miles away, in nearby Rural Retreat), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Alleghany High (rated 8.0/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Sparta), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mouth of Wilson, see our Mouth of Wilson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Piney Creek Elementary Piney Creek 4.0 mi 5.1
Grayson Highlands Troutdale 5.3 mi 9.6
Sugar Grove Elementary Sugar Grove 12.8 mi 9.1
Grayson County High Independence 10.7 mi 9.3
Independence Middle Independence 10.8 mi 7.4
Mountain View Elementary Jefferson 12.8 mi 7.6
Independence Elementary Independence 11.3 mi 7.8
Ashe County Middle Warrensville 13.3 mi 8.9
Sparta Elementary Sparta 13.3 mi 4.2
Alleghany High Sparta 13.4 mi 8.0
Blue Ridge Elementary Warrensville 14.4 mi 8.6
Ashe County Early College High West Jefferson 16.1 mi 5.5
Ashe County High West Jefferson 16.3 mi 5.8
Speedwell Elementary Wytheville 17.5 mi 7.4
Atkins Elementary Atkins 19.1 mi 8.2
Westwood Elementary West Jefferson 18.8 mi 7.4
Marion Elementary Marion 18.9 mi 6.4
Marion Senior High Marion 18.9 mi 7.6
Marion Middle Marion 19.1 mi 6.7
Rural Retreat High Rural Retreat 20.8 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 24363 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,938

Median Home Value

$115,400

Population

1,012

College Educated

13.2%

Homeownership

94.7%

Poverty Rate

16.8%

Median Age

58.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
FOXCROFT SCHOOL Middleburg, VA 8.2
FISHBURNE MILITARY SCHOOL Waynesboro, VA 8.0
LOUDOUN SCHOOL FOR THE ADVANCED STUDIES Ashburn, VA 8.0
STUART HALL SCHOOL Staunton, VA 7.9
York River Academy Yorktown, VA 7.9
HARGRAVE MILITARY ACADEMY Chatham, VA 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oak Hill Academy

What grades does Oak Hill Academy serve?

Oak Hill Academy serves students in grades 8th through 12th.

How many students attend Oak Hill Academy?

Oak Hill Academy has an enrollment of approximately 115 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Hill Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Oak Hill Academy is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Oak Hill Academy rank in VA?

Oak Hill Academy ranks #23 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Oak Hill Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Oak Hill Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Oak Hill Academy a private school?

Yes, Oak Hill Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Oak Hill Academy a religious school?

Oak Hill Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
1 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
115
Gender Split
61% M / 39% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
190 days
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Grayson County

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