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Tappahannock Junior Academy
Elementary School
170 MELODY CT, Tappahannock, VA 22560
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Tappahannock Junior Academy
Elementary School in Tappahannock · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Essex High
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James H. Cary Intermediate
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About Tappahannock Junior Academy
Tappahannock Junior Academy is a private elementary school in Tappahannock, VA. Tappahannock Junior Academy serves approximately 19 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 19 students, Tappahannock Junior 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.
At 9:1 students to teachers, Tappahannock Junior Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Tappahannock Junior 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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Student Demographics
All Schools in Tappahannock
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Tappahannock Junior Academy (this school) | — |
| Essex High | 7.4 |
| James H. Cary Intermediate | 5.6 |
| Tappahannock Elementary | 6.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 19 students
- Type
- Private · Seventh-day Adventist
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Address
- 170 MELODY CT, Tappahannock, VA 22560
- Phone
- (804) 443-5076
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in VA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
170 MELODY CT, Tappahannock, VA 22560
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tappahannock Junior Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington District Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 20.8 miles away, in nearby Colonial Beach). Another option is Tappahannock Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 2.3 miles away). Additionally, Richmond County Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Warsaw). For more schools in Tappahannock, see our Tappahannock schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Essex High Tappahannock | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| James H. Cary Intermediate Tappahannock | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| ST MARGARET'S SCHOOL Tappahannock | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Tappahannock Elementary Tappahannock | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| AYLETT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Bruington | 7.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Richmond County Elementary Warsaw | 7.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Rappahannock High Warsaw | 7.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Montross Middle Montross | 12.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Lawson-Marriott Elementary St. Stephens Church | 11.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Westmoreland High Montross | 13.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Central High King And Queen C H | 15.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Hamilton Holmes Middle King William | 16.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Acquinton Elementary King William | 16.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Cool Spring Primary King William | 16.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Cople Elementary Hague | 16.1 mi | 6.2 |
| King William High King William | 17.7 mi | 5.3 |
| King & Queen Elementary Mattaponi | 20.4 mi | 2.8 |
| Washington District Elementary Colonial Beach | 20.8 mi | 7.4 |
| MONROE BAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Colonial Beach | 22.7 mi | — |
| West Point Middle/High West Point | 24.1 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,357
Median Home Value
$247,100
Median Rent
$969/mo
Population
6,523
College Educated
18.2%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
43.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tappahannock Junior Academy
What grades does Tappahannock Junior Academy serve?
Tappahannock Junior Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Tappahannock Junior Academy?
Tappahannock Junior Academy has an enrollment of approximately 19 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tappahannock Junior Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Tappahannock Junior Academy is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Tappahannock Junior Academy a private school?
Yes, Tappahannock Junior Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Tappahannock Junior Academy a religious school?
Tappahannock Junior Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 19
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (804) 443-5076
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