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#168 of 457 private schools in VA

Top 37% of private schools

Virginia Episcopal School

High School

400 V E S RD, Lynchburg, VA 24503

Private

Enrollment

248

Student-Teacher

7.4:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#168 of 457

In Lynchburg

#2 of 8

public schools

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Virginia Episcopal School

6.7/10

High School in Lynchburg · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.4/10

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5.1/10

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About Virginia Episcopal School

Virginia Episcopal School is a private high school in Lynchburg, VA. Virginia Episcopal School serves approximately 248 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Virginia Episcopal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #168 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it comparesOn par with VA schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • VA avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 7.4:1 students to teachers, Virginia Episcopal School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Virginia Episcopal 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 Virginia Episcopal School compares to the 21 public schools in Lynchburg, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.4:1
This School
vs
12.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
248
This School
vs
527
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
5.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 63.3% vs 0%
Asian 20.6% vs 0%
Black 6.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.2% vs 0%
Virginia Episcopal School Lynchburg Public Avg

All Schools in Lynchburg

School Rating
Virginia Episcopal School (this school) 6.7
Paul Munro Elementary 9.4
Bedford Hills Elementary 5.1
Linkhorne Elementary 4.4
Linkhorne Middle 4.2
Dearington Elementary/Innovation 5.0
E.C. Glass High 8.0
Boonsboro Elementary 8.2
Robert S. Payne Elementary 3.9
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle for Innovation 5.6
T.C. Miller Elementary School for Innovation 4.8
Perrymont Elementary 4.9
William M. Bass Elementary 5.0
Sandusky Elementary 5.3
Sandusky Middle 4.1
Sheffield Elementary 5.9
Heritage High 5.7
Heritage Elementary 5.8
Brookville High 6.7
Brookville Middle 5.8
Tomahawk Elementary 6.3

Showing 20 of 21 schools. View all schools in Lynchburg

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)
A- 7.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,007.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 55%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 248
View data sources

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 63.3%
Asian 20.6%
Black 6.9%
Hispanic 5.2%
Two or More 4.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

400 V E S RD, Lynchburg, VA 24503

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Virginia Episcopal School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Paul Munro Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Boonsboro Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, E.C. Glass High (rated 8.0/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lynchburg, see our Lynchburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Paul Munro Elementary Lynchburg 0.9 mi 9.4
Bedford Hills Elementary Lynchburg 1.5 mi 5.1
Linkhorne Elementary Lynchburg 2.4 mi 4.4
Linkhorne Middle Lynchburg 2.5 mi 4.2
JAMES RIVER DAY SCHOOL Lynchburg 2.1 mi 6.7
RIVERMONT LYNCHBURG NORTH Lynchburg 2.6 mi 6.0
Dearington Elementary/Innovation Lynchburg 3.1 mi 5.0
E.C. Glass High Lynchburg 3.4 mi 8.0
NEW VISTAS SCHOOL Lynchburg 3.9 mi 5.6
NEW COVENANT SCHOOLS Lynchburg 4.0 mi 5.1
T.C. Miller Elementary School for Innovation Lynchburg 4.0 mi 4.8
Elon Elementary Madison Heights 4.2 mi 6.7
Madison Heights Elementary Madison Heights 3.5 mi 5.6
Robert S. Payne Elementary Lynchburg 4.0 mi 3.9
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle for Innovation Lynchburg 4.0 mi 5.6
Perrymont Elementary Lynchburg 4.4 mi 4.9
Boonsboro Elementary Lynchburg 3.8 mi 8.2
Sandusky Elementary Lynchburg 5.1 mi 5.3
Sandusky Middle Lynchburg 5.1 mi 4.1
Amelon Elementary Madison Heights 4.2 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 24503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,025

Median Home Value

$320,500

Median Rent

$972/mo

Population

19,978

College Educated

59.2%

Homeownership

74.9%

Avg Commute

18.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

43.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Virginia Episcopal School

What grades does Virginia Episcopal School serve?

Virginia Episcopal School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Virginia Episcopal School?

Virginia Episcopal School has an enrollment of approximately 248 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Virginia Episcopal School?

The student-teacher ratio at Virginia Episcopal School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Virginia Episcopal School rank in VA?

Virginia Episcopal School ranks #168 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Virginia Episcopal School's MySchoolScout rating?

Virginia Episcopal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Virginia Episcopal School a private school?

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

Is Virginia Episcopal School a religious school?

Virginia Episcopal School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
248
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Episcopal
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
155 days
Setting
Small City
County
Lynchburg city

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