Very Good
#46 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 10% of private schools
Peninsula Catholic High School
High School
600 HARPERSVILLE RD, Newport News, VA 23601
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#46 of 457
In Newport News
#2 of 9
public schools
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Peninsula Catholic High School
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About Peninsula Catholic High School
Peninsula Catholic High School is a private high school in Newport News, VA. Peninsula Catholic High School serves approximately 285 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Peninsula Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- VA avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Peninsula Catholic High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Peninsula Catholic High 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 Peninsula Catholic High School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Newport News, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Peninsula Catholic High School (this school) | 7.9 |
| Warwick High | 6.8 |
| Homer L. Hines Middle | 3.5 |
| Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle | 4.6 |
| Crittenden Middle | 4.3 |
| Menchville High | 6.5 |
| Heritage High | 5.8 |
| Huntington Middle | 1.5 |
| Achievable Dream Middle/High | 6.3 |
| B.T. Washington Middle | 6.7 |
| Denbigh High | 5.8 |
| Mary Passage Middle | 4.5 |
| Woodside High | 7.2 |
| Ella J. Fitzgerald Middle | 3.8 |
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
600 HARPERSVILLE RD, Newport News, VA 23601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Peninsula Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bethel High (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Hampton), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Warwick High (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Newport News, see our Newport News schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Watkins Early Childhood Center Newport News | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Joseph H. Saunders Elementary Newport News | 1.2 mi | 2.2 |
| Deer Park Elementary Newport News | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL Newport News | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| George P. Phenix Elementary Hampton | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Homer L. Hines Middle Newport News | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Warwick High Newport News | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newport News | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Sedgefield Elementary Newport News | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| EAST END ACADEMY Newport News | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Bethel High Hampton | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| HAMPTON ROADS INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newport News | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| FIRST FRIENDS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hampton | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Mary W. Jackson Elementary Hampton | 2.5 mi | 9.4 |
| Bethel Manor Elementary Langley A F B | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Coventry Elementary Yorktown | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Alfred S. Forrest Elementary Hampton | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Hilton Elementary Newport News | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Carver Elementary Newport News | 2.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Cesar Tarrant Middle Hampton | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
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 Peninsula Catholic High School
What grades does Peninsula Catholic High School serve?
Peninsula Catholic High School serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Peninsula Catholic High School?
Peninsula Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 285 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Peninsula Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Peninsula Catholic High School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Peninsula Catholic High School rank in VA?
Peninsula Catholic High School ranks #46 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Peninsula Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Peninsula Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Peninsula Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, Peninsula Catholic High School 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 Peninsula Catholic High School a religious school?
Peninsula Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 285
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Newport News city
- Phone
- (757) 596-7247
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