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#154 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 34% of private schools
St Gregory the Great School
Elementary School
5343 VIRGINIA BEACH BLVD, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#154 of 457
In Virginia Beach
#6 of 17
public schools
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St Gregory the Great School
Elementary School in Virginia Beach · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Gregory the Great School
St Gregory the Great School is a private elementary school in Virginia Beach, VA. St Gregory the Great School serves approximately 528 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Gregory the Great School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #154 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Gregory the Great 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 St Gregory the Great School compares to 70 public schools serving similar grades in Virginia Beach, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Gregory the Great School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Point O' View Elementary | 4.0 |
| Newtown Elementary | 4.1 |
| Williams Elementary | 5.0 |
| Diamond Springs Elementary | 7.3 |
| Bayside Middle | 7.4 |
| Arrowhead Elementary | 7.7 |
| Bayside 6th Grade Campus | 3.6 |
| Pembroke Elementary | 6.7 |
| Kempsville Elementary | 8.4 |
| Luxford Elementary | 6.8 |
| Fairfield Elementary | 8.1 |
| Old Donation School | 8.9 |
| Pembroke Meadows Elementary | 8.7 |
| Thalia Elementary | 7.3 |
| Kempsville Meadows Elementary | 6.6 |
| Kempsville Middle | 5.8 |
| Larkspur Middle | 5.4 |
| Providence Elementary | 7.6 |
| Woodstock Elementary | 7.0 |
| Independence Middle | 5.9 |
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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
5343 VIRGINIA BEACH BLVD, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Gregory the Great School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kempsville Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is STRELITZ INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arrowhead Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Virginia Beach, see our Virginia Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Virginia Beach | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| RIVERMONT SCHOOL - TIDEWATER Virginia Beach | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Point O' View Elementary Virginia Beach | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Newtown Elementary Virginia Beach | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Williams Elementary Virginia Beach | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| STRELITZ INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Virginia Beach | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Diamond Springs Elementary Virginia Beach | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Bayside Middle Virginia Beach | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| ENOCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Virginia Beach | 1.6 mi | — |
| CHESAPEAKE BAY ACADEMY Virginia Beach | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| KEMPSVILLE CENTER FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Norfolk | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Kempsville Elementary Virginia Beach | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Arrowhead Elementary Virginia Beach | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Bayside High Virginia Beach | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Kempsville High Virginia Beach | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Easton Preschool at Fairlawn Norfolk | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Bayside 6th Grade Campus Virginia Beach | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF VIRGINIA Virginia Beach | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Pembroke Elementary Virginia Beach | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| HOPE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Virginia Beach | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23462 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,680
Median Home Value
$269,400
Median Rent
$1,652/mo
Population
67,066
College Educated
30.8%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belle Heth Elementary Radford, VA | 6.8 |
| Belmont Elementary Woodbridge, VA | 6.8 |
| Bristow Run Elementary Bristow, VA | 6.8 |
| C.M. Bradley Elementary Warrenton, VA | 6.8 |
| Fairhill Elementary Fairfax, VA | 6.8 |
| Flatwoods Elementary Jonesville, VA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Gregory the Great School
What grades does St Gregory the Great School serve?
St Gregory the Great School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Gregory the Great School?
St Gregory the Great School has an enrollment of approximately 528 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Gregory the Great School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Gregory the Great School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Gregory the Great School rank in VA?
St Gregory the Great School ranks #154 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is St Gregory the Great School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Gregory the Great School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Gregory the Great School a private school?
Yes, St Gregory the Great 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 St Gregory the Great School a religious school?
St Gregory the Great School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 528
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Virginia Beach city
- Phone
- (757) 497-1811
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