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#297 of 457 private schools in VA

Tree of Life Christian Prep School

Elementary School

6050 PLANK RD, Fredericksburg, VA 22407

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#297 of 457

In Fredericksburg

#7 of 10

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About Tree of Life Christian Prep School

Tree of Life Christian Prep School is a private elementary school in Fredericksburg, VA. Tree of Life Christian Prep School serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Tree of Life Christian Prep School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #297 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it comparesOn par with VA schools

5.9

This school 5.9 · Average
VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 51 students, Tree of Life Christian Prep 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.

Tree of Life Christian Prep 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.

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How Tree of Life Christian Prep School compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Fredericksburg, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.4:1

This School

15.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

708

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.9

This School

4.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 39.2% vs 0%

White 31.4% vs 0%

Black 27.5% vs 0%

Asian 2% vs 0%

Tree of Life Christian Prep School Fredericksburg Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Tree of Life Christian Prep School (this school)	—	51	13.4:1	5.9
Chancellor Elementary	0.3 mi	439	17.6:1	6.0
Chancellor Middle	2.2 mi	791	13:1	4.3
Harrison Road Elementary	2.3 mi	732	17:1	2.5
Freedom Middle	2.8 mi	752	10:1	5.7
Salem Elementary	3.0 mi	582	13.9:1	3.5
Battlefield Elementary	3.3 mi	668	16.7:1	4.7
Smith Station Elementary	3.3 mi	704	16.8:1	6.0
Battlefield Middle	3.3 mi	765	13:1	4.7
Lafayette Elementary	5.5 mi	809	15.6:1	3.6
Rocky Run Elementary	5.5 mi	905	15.1:1	4.5
Hugh Mercer Elementary	5.6 mi	849	16:1	2.4
Walker-Grant Middle	5.7 mi	774	14.3:1	3.8
Rising Star Early Childhood Education Center at Melchers	6.8 mi	292	19.5:1	2.6
Walker-Grant Early Childhood Center	7.0 mi	138	19.7:1	2.7
T. Benton Gayle Middle	7.1 mi	926	14.9:1	5.2
Parkside Elementary	7.2 mi	924	21.5:1	3.4
Lee Hill Elementary	8.3 mi	683	18.5:1	4.2
Ferry Farm Elementary	8.5 mi	550	12.8:1	6.6
Conway Elementary	8.8 mi	918	15.6:1	5.0
Cedar Forest Elementary	8.8 mi	782	16:1	3.7

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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 3.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.4:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.2 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,296

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 67%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 4.0 / 10

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Enrollment 51

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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)

Hispanic 39.2%

White 31.4%

Black 27.5%

Asian 2.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6050 PLANK RD, Fredericksburg, VA 22407

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tree of Life Christian Prep School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chancellor Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Smith Station Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST PATRICK SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 3.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fredericksburg, see our Fredericksburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Chancellor Elementary Fredericksburg	0.3 mi	439	6.0
Riverbend High Fredericksburg	0.7 mi	1,950	6.5
ST MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL HIGH SCHOOL Fredericksburg	1.9 mi	53	8.2
Chancellor Middle Fredericksburg	2.2 mi	791	4.3
Chancellor High Fredericksburg	2.3 mi	1,374	4.8
Freedom Middle Fredericksburg	2.8 mi	752	5.7
Harrison Road Elementary Fredericksburg	2.3 mi	732	2.5
Wilderness Elementary Spotsylvania	2.4 mi	650	4.7
Ni River Middle Spotsylvania	2.6 mi	713	5.9
ELITE ACADEMY CORPORATION Fredericksburg	2.8 mi	13	—
Salem Elementary Fredericksburg	3.0 mi	582	3.5
Battlefield Elementary Fredericksburg	3.3 mi	668	4.7
Smith Station Elementary Fredericksburg	3.3 mi	704	6.0
Battlefield Middle Fredericksburg	3.3 mi	765	4.7
ST PATRICK SCHOOL Fredericksburg	3.3 mi	196	5.4
Courthouse Road Elementary Spotsylvania	4.5 mi	768	5.2
Spotswood Elementary Spotsylvania	4.6 mi	524	4.5
Courtland High Spotsylvania	4.6 mi	1,497	6.4
Courtland Elementary Spotsylvania	4.8 mi	563	5.1
RIVERMONT SCHOOL - FREDERICKSBURG Fredericksburg	5.0 mi	41	7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22407 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,218

Median Home Value

$376,200

Median Rent

$1,758/mo

Population

64,273

College Educated

33.1%

Homeownership

76.1%

Avg Commute

35.8 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

38.4

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KIDS R KIDS OF SOUTH RIDING South Riding, VA	35	5.9
APPLETREE SCHOOL Fairfax, VA	39	6.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tree of Life Christian Prep School

What grades does Tree of Life Christian Prep School serve?

Tree of Life Christian Prep School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Tree of Life Christian Prep School?

Tree of Life Christian Prep School has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tree of Life Christian Prep School?

The student-teacher ratio at Tree of Life Christian Prep School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Tree of Life Christian Prep School rank in VA?

Tree of Life Christian Prep School ranks #297 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Tree of Life Christian Prep School's MySchoolScout rating?

Tree of Life Christian Prep School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Tree of Life Christian Prep School a private school?

Yes, Tree of Life Christian Prep School 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 Tree of Life Christian Prep School a religious school?

Tree of Life Christian Prep School has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 27 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 51
Gender Split: 65% M / 35% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 4
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Seventh-day Adventist
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize Suburb
County: Spotsylvania County
Phone: (540) 786-2019

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