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#123 of 457 private schools in VA

Top 27% of private schools

Peabody School

Elementary School

1232 STONEY RIDGE RD, Charlottesville, VA 22902

Private

Enrollment

195

Student-Teacher

6.9:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#123 of 457

In Charlottesville

#6 of 15

public schools

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Peabody School

7.1/10

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

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4.7/10

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5.7/10

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About Peabody School

Peabody School is a private elementary school in Charlottesville, VA. Peabody School serves approximately 195 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Peabody School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #123 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.9 pts above VA schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 195 students, Peabody 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 6.9:1 students to teachers, Peabody School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Peabody 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 Peabody School compares to 22 public schools serving similar grades in Charlottesville, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
This School
vs
12.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
195
This School
vs
439
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.1
This School
vs
5.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 73.3% vs 0%
Asian 17.4% vs 0%
Black 5.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.6% vs 0%
Peabody School Charlottesville Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Peabody School (this school) 7.1
Mountain View Elementary 4.7
Jackson-Via Elementary 5.7
Johnson Elementary 4.1
Buford Middle 4.0
Clark Elementary 3.5
Venable Elementary 5.4
Jackson P. Burley Middle 5.6
Community Lab School 9.0
Burnley-Moran Elementary 4.0
Walker Upper Elementary 5.3
Greenbrier Elementary 5.7
Journey Middle 4.2
Mary Carr Greer Elementary 3.7
Stone Robinson Elementary 8.6
Woodbrook Elementary 3.2
Agnor-Hurt Elementary 3.6
Leslie H. Walton Middle 6.7
Virginia L. Murray Elementary 9.0
Ivy Elementary 8.9
Hollymead Elementary 8.2

Showing 20 of 22 schools. View all schools in Charlottesville

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- 7.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,190
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 43%
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 195
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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 73.3%
Asian 17.4%
Black 5.6%
Hispanic 3.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1232 STONEY RIDGE RD, Charlottesville, VA 22902

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Peabody School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHARLOTTESVILLE DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is THE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTESVILLE (rated 6.2/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Jackson-Via Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Charlottesville, see our Charlottesville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Mountain View Elementary Charlottesville 0.5 mi 4.7
Jackson-Via Elementary Charlottesville 0.8 mi 5.7
TANDEM FRIENDS SCHOOL Charlottesville 0.7 mi 7.5
Monticello High Charlottesville 0.7 mi 7.3
Johnson Elementary Charlottesville 1.3 mi 4.1
Buford Middle Charlottesville 1.6 mi 4.0
THE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTESVILLE Charlottesville 1.9 mi 6.2
Clark Elementary Charlottesville 2.0 mi 3.5
Venable Elementary Charlottesville 2.5 mi 5.4
RENAISSANCE SCHOOL Charlottesville 2.3 mi 7.3
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTESVILLE Charlottesville 2.6 mi
VILLAGE SCHOOL Charlottesville 2.4 mi 5.3
KEYS ACADEMY CHARLOTTESVILLE Charlottesville 2.3 mi
Jackson P. Burley Middle Charlottesville 2.7 mi 5.6
CHARLOTTESVILLE DAY SCHOOL Charlottesville 2.5 mi 6.6
UNIVERSITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Charlottesville 2.4 mi
ST ANNE'S-BELFIELD SCHOOL Charlottesville 2.8 mi 6.5
Community Lab School Charlottesville 2.8 mi 9.0
FIRST BAPTIST PRESCHOOL Charlottesville 2.9 mi
CENTER FOR ADOLESCENT AND ADULT AUTISM SERVICES Charlottesville 3.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22902 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,162

Median Home Value

$392,800

Median Rent

$1,572/mo

Population

24,396

College Educated

56.9%

Homeownership

52.7%

Avg Commute

18.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

39

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ANGELUS ACADEMY Springfield, VA 7.1
Fairfield Elementary Fairfield, VA 7.1
MERRITT ACADEMY Fairfax, VA 7.1
Oakland Elementary Galax, VA 7.1
SABOT SCHOOL Richmond, VA 7.1
Stony Point Elementary Keswick, VA 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Peabody School

What grades does Peabody School serve?

Peabody School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Peabody School?

Peabody School has an enrollment of approximately 195 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Peabody School?

The student-teacher ratio at Peabody School is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Peabody School rank in VA?

Peabody School ranks #123 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Peabody School's MySchoolScout rating?

Peabody School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Peabody School a private school?

Yes, Peabody 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 Peabody School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
195
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Albemarle County

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