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#240 of 457 private schools in VA

Richmond Christian School

School

6511 BELMONT RD, Chesterfield, VA 23832

Private

Enrollment

327

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#240 of 457

In Chesterfield

#3 of 3

public schools

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Richmond Christian School

6.2/10

School in Chesterfield · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

J.a. Chalkley Elementary

2.1/10

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About Richmond Christian School

Richmond Christian School is a private school in Chesterfield, VA. Richmond Christian School serves approximately 327 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Richmond Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #240 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

Richmond Christian 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 Richmond Christian School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Chesterfield, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
This School
vs
13.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
327
This School
vs
1,053
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.2
This School
vs
5.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 66.1% vs 0%
Black 30.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.5% vs 0%
Asian 1.2% vs 0%
Richmond Christian School Chesterfield Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Richmond Christian School (this school) 6.2
J.A. Chalkley Elementary 2.1
Jacobs Road Elementary 5.7
Chesterfield Virtual School 3.7
O.B. Gates Elementary 6.4
Lloyd C. Bird High 5.0
Winterpock Elementary 6.6
Matoaca High 6.4

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)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,211
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 47%
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 327
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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 66.1%
Black 30.6%
Hispanic 1.5%
Asian 1.2%
Pacific Islander 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6511 BELMONT RD, Chesterfield, VA 23832

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Richmond Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. GUARDIAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Jacobs Road Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, J.L. Francis Elementary (rated 4.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Richmond), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chesterfield, see our Chesterfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
J.A. Chalkley Elementary Chesterfield 1.1 mi 2.1
Manchester Middle North Chesterfield 1.5 mi 3.5
J.G. Hening Elementary North Chesterfield 1.5 mi 3.3
River City Middle Richmond 2.3 mi 2.8
Meadowbrook High North Chesterfield 2.0 mi 4.3
J.L. Francis Elementary Richmond 2.4 mi 4.5
Jacobs Road Elementary Chesterfield 2.2 mi 5.7
G.H. Reid Elementary Richmond 2.8 mi 2.2
Hopkins Road Elementary North Chesterfield 2.5 mi 4.2
Broad Rock Elementary Richmond 2.8 mi 3.3
Beulah Elementary North Chesterfield 3.0 mi 2.9
Falling Creek Elementary Richmond 2.6 mi 2.9
Providence Middle North Chesterfield 3.1 mi 2.9
Falling Creek Middle North Chesterfield 2.6 mi 2.0
Chesterfield Virtual School Chesterfield 3.3 mi 3.7
A.M. Davis Elementary North Chesterfield 3.4 mi 4.0
Thomas C. Boushall Middle Richmond 3.1 mi 2.9
Miles Jones Elementary Richmond 4.0 mi 1.8
Cardinal Elementary Richmond 3.6 mi 2.0
GUARDIAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chesterfield 3.8 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23832 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,742

Median Home Value

$334,800

Median Rent

$1,851/mo

Population

42,410

College Educated

40.5%

Homeownership

85.3%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

36.9

Similar Schools

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School Rating
CARLISLE SCHOOL Axton, VA 6.2
GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Richmond, VA 6.2
MILLWOOD SCHOOL Midlothian, VA 6.2
SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yorktown, VA 6.2
PROVIDENCE CLASSICAL SCHOOL Williamsburg, VA 6.3
REGENTS SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTESVILLE Charlottesville, VA 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Richmond Christian School

What grades does Richmond Christian School serve?

Richmond Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Richmond Christian School?

Richmond Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 327 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Richmond Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Richmond Christian School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Richmond Christian School rank in VA?

Richmond Christian School ranks #240 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Richmond Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Richmond Christian School 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 Richmond Christian School a private school?

Yes, Richmond Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Richmond Christian School a religious school?

Richmond Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
9 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
327
Gender Split
54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
173 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Chesterfield County

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