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#236 of 457 private schools in VA

Our Lady of Mount Carmel

Elementary School

52 HARPERSVILLE RD, Newport News, VA 23601

Private

Enrollment

323

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#236 of 457

In Newport News

#6 of 9

public schools

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Our Lady of Mount Carmel

6.2/10

Elementary School in Newport News · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Warwick High

6.8/10

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3.5/10

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About Our Lady of Mount Carmel

Our Lady of Mount Carmel is a private elementary school in Newport News, VA. Our Lady of Mount Carmel serves approximately 323 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady of Mount Carmel has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #236 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it comparesOn par with VA schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Our Lady of Mount Carmel 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 Our Lady of Mount Carmel compares to 34 public schools serving similar grades in Newport News, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
This School
vs
16.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
323
This School
vs
536
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.2
This School
vs
4.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 56.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 21.1% vs 0%
Asian 9% vs 0%
Black 1.2% vs 0%
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Newport News Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Our Lady of Mount Carmel (this school) 6.2
Homer L. Hines Middle 3.5
Riverside Elementary 2.3
Sedgefield Elementary 4.7
Deer Park Elementary 7.4
Hilton Elementary 5.9
Watkins Early Childhood Center 4.2
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle 4.6
Hidenwood Elementary 4.1
Carver Elementary 3.5
Crittenden Middle 4.3
Joseph H. Saunders Elementary 2.2
Richard T. Yates Elementary 5.7
L.F. Palmer Elementary 4.3
Huntington Middle 1.5
Achievable Dream Middle/High 6.3
B.C. Charles Elementary 5.0
Willis A. Jenkins Elementary 4.8
Newsome Park Elementary 4.0
Kiln Creek Elementary 4.2
B.T. Washington Middle 6.7

Showing 20 of 34 schools. View all schools in Newport News

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 3.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 61%
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 323
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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 56.7%
Hispanic 21.1%
Two or More 10.8%
Asian 9.0%
Black 1.2%
Native American 0.9%
Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

52 HARPERSVILLE RD, Newport News, VA 23601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Lady of Mount Carmel may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mary W. Jackson Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Hampton), which scores notably higher. Another option is George P. Phenix Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Hampton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Deer Park Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newport News, see our Newport News schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Warwick High Newport News 0.2 mi 6.8
Homer L. Hines Middle Newport News 0.7 mi 3.5
Deer Park Elementary Newport News 1.4 mi 7.4
Sedgefield Elementary Newport News 1.4 mi 4.7
PENINSULA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Newport News 1.5 mi 7.9
Hilton Elementary Newport News 1.7 mi 5.9
Riverside Elementary Newport News 1.4 mi 2.3
Watkins Early Childhood Center Newport News 1.8 mi 4.2
HAMPTON ROADS INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newport News 2.4 mi 5.7
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle Newport News 2.1 mi 4.6
George P. Phenix Elementary Hampton 2.0 mi 8.7
Carver Elementary Newport News 2.2 mi 3.5
Crittenden Middle Newport News 2.3 mi 4.3
Mary W. Jackson Elementary Hampton 2.2 mi 9.4
WARWICK KIDS ACADEMY Newport News 2.4 mi
Joseph H. Saunders Elementary Newport News 2.6 mi 2.2
Hidenwood Elementary Newport News 2.2 mi 4.1
EAST END ACADEMY Newport News 2.8 mi 6.0
Bethel High Hampton 2.3 mi 7.5
FIRST FRIENDS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hampton 2.4 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,345

Median Home Value

$235,600

Median Rent

$1,231/mo

Population

26,557

College Educated

27.6%

Homeownership

56.2%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

37.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Our Lady of Mount Carmel

What grades does Our Lady of Mount Carmel serve?

Our Lady of Mount Carmel serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Our Lady of Mount Carmel?

Our Lady of Mount Carmel has an enrollment of approximately 323 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Mount Carmel?

The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Mount Carmel is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Our Lady of Mount Carmel rank in VA?

Our Lady of Mount Carmel ranks #236 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Our Lady of Mount Carmel's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Lady of Mount Carmel has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Our Lady of Mount Carmel a private school?

Yes, Our Lady of Mount Carmel is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Our Lady of Mount Carmel a religious school?

Our Lady of Mount Carmel has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
323
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Newport News city

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