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#226 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 49% of private schools
Orchard House School
Middle School
500 N ALLEN AVE, Richmond, VA 23220
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#226 of 457
In Richmond
#19 of 34
public schools
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Orchard House School
Middle School in Richmond · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Orchard House School
Orchard House School is a private middle school in Richmond, VA. Orchard House School serves approximately 77 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Orchard House School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #226 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- VA avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 77 students, Orchard House 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 6.4:1 students to teachers, Orchard House School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Orchard House 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
BetaHow Orchard House School compares to 76 public schools serving similar grades in Richmond, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Orchard House School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Dogwood Middle | 3.6 |
| William Fox Elementary | 5.2 |
| George W. Carver Elementary | 1.5 |
| Richmond Alternative | 5.9 |
| Amelia Street Special Education | — |
| Albert Hill Middle | 5.3 |
| Lois Harrison-Jones Elementary | 5.7 |
| Barack Obama Elementary | 4.3 |
| Overby-Sheppard Elementary | 4.2 |
| Linwood Holton Elementary | 8.2 |
| Mary Munford Elementary | 7.5 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle | 2.5 |
| Frances W. McClenney Elementary | 2.7 |
| Bellevue Elementary | 3.1 |
| Patrick Henry School Of Science And Arts | 8.0 |
| Blackwell Elementary | 2.4 |
| Westover Hills Elementary | 3.4 |
| Henderson Middle | 4.1 |
| Henry Marsh III Elementary | 3.5 |
| Swansboro Elementary | 4.2 |
Showing 20 of 76 schools. View all schools in Richmond
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
500 N ALLEN AVE, Richmond, VA 23220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orchard House School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SEVEN HILLS SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Albert Hill Middle (rated 5.3/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Dogwood Middle (rated 3.6/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dogwood Middle Richmond | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| William Fox Elementary Richmond | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| George W. Carver Elementary Richmond | 0.6 mi | 1.5 |
| SEVEN HILLS SCHOOL Richmond | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| ST ANDREW'S SCHOOL Richmond | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| CRISTO REY RICHMOND HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Maymont Pre-K Center Richmond | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Richmond | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Amelia Street Special Education Richmond | 1.2 mi | — |
| Open High Richmond | 1.3 mi | 9.7 |
| Richmond Alternative Richmond | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Albert Hill Middle Richmond | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Lois Harrison-Jones Elementary Richmond | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| VERITAS SCHOOL Richmond | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| RUDLIN TORAH ACADEMY Richmond | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Linwood Holton Elementary Richmond | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| METROPOLITAN DAY SCHOOL Richmond | 1.8 mi | — |
| Barack Obama Elementary Richmond | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Richmond | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Thomas Jefferson High Richmond | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,681
Median Home Value
$468,900
Median Rent
$1,354/mo
Population
34,524
College Educated
58.9%
Homeownership
32.8%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.6%
Median Age
28.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FIELD SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTESVILLE Crozet, VA | 6.0 |
| RIVERSIDE SCHOOL North Chesterfield, VA | 6.6 |
| SEVEN HILLS SCHOOL Richmond, VA | 6.8 |
| VILLAGE SCHOOL Charlottesville, VA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orchard House School
What grades does Orchard House School serve?
Orchard House School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Orchard House School?
Orchard House School has an enrollment of approximately 77 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Orchard House School?
The student-teacher ratio at Orchard House School is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Orchard House School rank in VA?
Orchard House School ranks #226 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Orchard House School's MySchoolScout rating?
Orchard House School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Orchard House School a private school?
Yes, Orchard House School is a private all-girls school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Orchard House School a religious school?
Orchard House School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 77
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 164 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Richmond city
- Phone
- (804) 228-2436
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