Below Average

#401 of 457 private schools in VA

Sweethaven Christian Academy

School

5000 W NORFOLK RD, Portsmouth, VA 23703

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

124

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

124

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#401 of 457

In Portsmouth

#7 of 8

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About Sweethaven Christian Academy

Sweethaven Christian Academy is a private school in Portsmouth, VA. Sweethaven Christian Academy serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sweethaven Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #401 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares1.3 pts below VA schools

4.9

This school 4.9 · Below Average
VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 124 students, Sweethaven Christian Academy 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.

Sweethaven Christian Academy 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.

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How Sweethaven Christian Academy compares to 22 public schools serving similar grades in Portsmouth, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.2:1

This School

15:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

124

This School

598

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.9

This School

3.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 94.4% vs 0%

Asian 2.4% vs 0%

Sweethaven Christian Academy Portsmouth Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Sweethaven Christian Academy (this school)	—	124	13.2:1	4.9
Churchland Middle	0.8 mi	840	14:1	5.3
Churchland Elementary	0.8 mi	760	16.9:1	5.7
Churchland Preschool Center	0.9 mi	114	11.4:1	4.6
Churchland High	0.9 mi	1,452	15.4:1	6.8
Churchland Academy Elementary	0.9 mi	600	15.8:1	4.3
Churchland Primary & Intermediate	1.5 mi	511	16.5:1	4.3
Waterview Elementary	2.6 mi	614	16.2:1	1.7
Olive Branch Preschool Center	2.9 mi	194	27.7:1	2.5
Simonsdale Elementary	3.0 mi	609	12.4:1	4.1
Mount Hermon Preschool Center	3.1 mi	227	12.6:1	4.4
Westhaven Elementary	3.2 mi	474	14.8:1	2.7
Hodges Manor Elementary	3.8 mi	457	16.3:1	2.4
Manor High	3.8 mi	1,167	13:1	5.4
I.C. Norcom High	4.0 mi	1,027	13.7:1	5.5
Park View Elementary	4.1 mi	473	14.8:1	4.0
Douglass Park Elementary	4.1 mi	528	13.9:1	2.2
Victory Elementary	4.9 mi	570	16.3:1	3.3
Lakeview Elementary	4.9 mi	405	11.9:1	3.4
Brighton Elementary	5.1 mi	445	15.9:1	3.5
William E. Waters Middle	5.3 mi	562	12.5:1	5.0

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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

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

C 3.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.2:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 7.2 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

C 2.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 11%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 124

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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 94.4%

Asian 2.4%

Two or More 2.4%

Pacific Islander 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5000 W NORFOLK RD, Portsmouth, VA 23703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sweethaven Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Western Branch Intermediate (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Chesapeake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Western Branch High (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Chesapeake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Western Branch Middle (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Chesapeake), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portsmouth, see our Portsmouth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Churchland Middle Portsmouth	0.8 mi	840	5.3
Churchland Elementary Portsmouth	0.8 mi	760	5.7
Churchland Preschool Center Portsmouth	0.9 mi	114	4.6
Churchland Academy Elementary Portsmouth	0.9 mi	600	4.3
Churchland High Portsmouth	0.9 mi	1,452	6.8
CHRISTOPHER ACADEMY Portsmouth	1.0 mi	125	4.5
TORAS CHAIM Portsmouth	1.4 mi	53	6.1
Churchland Primary & Intermediate Portsmouth	1.5 mi	511	4.3
Western Branch Middle Chesapeake	1.9 mi	903	7.0
Western Branch Intermediate Chesapeake	2.0 mi	771	7.2
Western Branch Primary Chesapeake	2.1 mi	805	5.9
Western Branch High Chesapeake	2.2 mi	2,116	7.1
Northern Shores Elementary Suffolk	2.4 mi	837	6.7
Waterview Elementary Portsmouth	2.6 mi	614	1.7
ALDERSGATE NEW CREATION UMC KINDER PREP Chesapeake	2.5 mi	34	4.6
Olive Branch Preschool Center Portsmouth	2.9 mi	194	2.5
Colonel Fred Cherry Middle Suffolk	2.5 mi	728	5.3
Simonsdale Elementary Portsmouth	3.0 mi	609	4.1
Westhaven Elementary Portsmouth	3.2 mi	474	2.7
Mount Hermon Preschool Center Portsmouth	3.1 mi	227	4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,804

Median Home Value

$273,700

Median Rent

$1,377/mo

Population

26,364

College Educated

29.3%

Homeownership

70.3%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

37.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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STAUNTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fishersville, VA	92	4.9
ROCKBRIDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lexington, VA	85	5.1
MT CARMEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Luray, VA	145	5.2
RIVERMONT SCHOOL - ROCKBRIDGE Fairfield, VA	81	5.2
THE AQUINAS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Alexandria, VA	114	4.6
THE LEARNING CENTER Castlewood, VA	91	4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sweethaven Christian Academy

What grades does Sweethaven Christian Academy serve?

Sweethaven Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Sweethaven Christian Academy?

Sweethaven Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sweethaven Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Sweethaven Christian Academy is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Sweethaven Christian Academy rank in VA?

Sweethaven Christian Academy ranks #401 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Sweethaven Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Sweethaven Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Sweethaven Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Sweethaven Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Sweethaven Christian Academy a religious school?

Sweethaven Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 21 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 36 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 124
Gender Split: 60% M / 40% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 9
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Baptist
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Portsmouth city
Phone: (757) 484-4082

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