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Very Good

#110 of 457 private schools in VA

Top 24% of private schools

St Pius X School

Elementary School

7800 HALPRIN DR, Norfolk, VA 23518

Private

Enrollment

160

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#110 of 457

In Norfolk

#3 of 17

public schools

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St Pius X School

7.2/10

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

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7.5/10

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About St Pius X School

St Pius X School is a private elementary school in Norfolk, VA. St Pius X School serves approximately 160 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Pius X School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #110 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares1.0 pts above VA schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 160 students, St Pius X 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.

St Pius X 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 St Pius X School compares to 39 public schools serving similar grades in Norfolk, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
This School
vs
12.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
160
This School
vs
497
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.2
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 63.1% vs 0%
Asian 13.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.9% vs 0%
Black 5.6% vs 0%
St Pius X School Norfolk Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Pius X School (this school) 7.2
Larrymore Elementary 7.5
Azalea Gardens Middle 4.7
Little Creek Elementary 4.3
Tarrallton Elementary 7.1
Tanners Creek Elementary 4.9
Norview Elementary 4.8
Bay View Elementary 5.1
Crossroads PreK-8 School 5.4
Norview Middle 4.4
Oceanair Elementary 5.2
Mary Calcott Elementary 6.1
Suburban Park Elementary 5.6
Sherwood Forest Elementary 5.0
Northside Middle 4.7
Willard Elementary 6.8
Academy for Discovery at Lakewood 9.3
Coleman Place Elementary 3.1
Lake Taylor 5.6
Granby Elementary 4.4
Ocean View Elementary 4.0

Showing 20 of 39 schools. View all schools in Norfolk

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- 4.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,540
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 56%
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 160
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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 63.1%
Asian 13.1%
Two or More 11.2%
Hispanic 6.9%
Black 5.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

7800 HALPRIN DR, Norfolk, VA 23518

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Pius X School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Larrymore Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Tarrallton Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RYAN ACADEMY OF NORFOLK (rated 6.6/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Norfolk, see our Norfolk schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Larrymore Elementary Norfolk 0.1 mi 7.5
Azalea Gardens Middle Norfolk 0.6 mi 4.7
Little Creek Elementary Norfolk 0.7 mi 4.3
Tarrallton Elementary Norfolk 0.8 mi 7.1
Tanners Creek Elementary Norfolk 1.2 mi 4.9
Norview High Norfolk 1.4 mi 5.5
Norview Elementary Norfolk 1.6 mi 4.8
Bay View Elementary Norfolk 1.7 mi 5.1
RYAN ACADEMY OF NORFOLK Norfolk 1.6 mi 6.6
Norview Middle Norfolk 1.8 mi 4.4
Crossroads PreK-8 School Norfolk 1.7 mi 5.4
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Norfolk 2.3 mi
Sherwood Forest Elementary Norfolk 2.7 mi 5.0
Oceanair Elementary Norfolk 2.6 mi 5.2
ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Norfolk 2.6 mi
Mary Calcott Elementary Norfolk 2.6 mi 6.1
TOWN & COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Norfolk 3.0 mi
Bayside Elementary Virginia Beach 2.6 mi 5.4
NORFOLK COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Norfolk 2.8 mi 7.1
Northside Middle Norfolk 2.8 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23518 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,899

Median Home Value

$280,200

Median Rent

$1,348/mo

Population

28,957

College Educated

31.8%

Homeownership

56.3%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

38.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Pius X School

What grades does St Pius X School serve?

St Pius X School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Pius X School?

St Pius X School has an enrollment of approximately 160 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Pius X School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Pius X School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Pius X School rank in VA?

St Pius X School ranks #110 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is St Pius X School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Pius X School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Pius X School a private school?

Yes, St Pius X 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 Pius X School a religious school?

St Pius X School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
74 Very Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
160
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
220 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Norfolk city

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