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#394 of 457 private schools in VA
Rock Church School
School
130 LAKEVIEW RD, Franklin, VA 23851
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#394 of 457
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Rock Church School
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About Rock Church School
Rock Church School is a private school in Franklin, VA. Rock Church School serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Rock Church School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #394 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 61 students, Rock Church 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 9:1 students to teachers, Rock Church School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Rock Church 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 Rock Church School compares to the 3 public schools in Franklin, VA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Franklin
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rock Church School (this school) | 5.1 |
| Franklin High | 5.8 |
| Joseph P. King Jr. Middle | 5.9 |
| S.P. Morton Elementary | 2.7 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
130 LAKEVIEW RD, Franklin, VA 23851
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rock Church School may also want to explore other schools in the area. TIDEWATER ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 18.7 miles away, in nearby Wakefield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTHAMPTON ACADEMY (rated 5.1/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Courtland), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Franklin, see our Franklin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin High Franklin | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Riverdale Elementary Courtland | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Joseph P. King Jr. Middle Franklin | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| S.P. Morton Elementary Franklin | 3.2 mi | 2.7 |
| SOUTHAMPTON ACADEMY Courtland | 5.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Carrsville Elementary Carrsville | 6.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Nottoway Elementary Sedley | 9.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Southampton Middle Courtland | 8.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Southampton High Courtland | 8.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Meherrin Elementary Newsoms | 10.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Southwestern Elementary Suffolk | 12.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Capron Elementary Capron | 12.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Georgie D. Tyler Middle Windsor | 14.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Windsor High Windsor | 14.2 mi | 7.5 |
| TIDEWATER ACADEMY Wakefield | 18.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Windsor Elementary Windsor | 16.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Riverview Elementary Murfreesboro | 19.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Lakeland High Suffolk | 16.5 mi | 6.1 |
| SEVERN MENNONITE SCHOOL Margarettsville | 18.3 mi | — |
| Hertford County Middle Murfreesboro | 20.2 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23851 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,333
Median Home Value
$222,700
Median Rent
$1,006/mo
Population
13,481
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
42.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ROCKBRIDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lexington, VA | 5.1 |
| ACCOTINK ACADEMY Springfield, VA | 5.0 |
| ACCOTINK ACADEMY Springfield, VA | 5.0 |
| RIVERMONT SCHOOL - ROCKBRIDGE Fairfield, VA | 5.2 |
| PIEDMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bumpass, VA | 5.3 |
| KEEN MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakwood, VA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rock Church School
What grades does Rock Church School serve?
Rock Church School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Rock Church School?
Rock Church School has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rock Church School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rock Church School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Rock Church School rank in VA?
Rock Church School ranks #394 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Rock Church School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rock Church School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Rock Church School a private school?
Yes, Rock Church 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 Rock Church School a religious school?
Rock Church School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 61
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Franklin city
- Phone
- (757) 562-3878
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