Very Good
#87 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 19% of private schools
Ware Academy
Elementary School
7936 JOHN CLAYTON MEMORIAL HWY, Gloucester, VA 23061
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#87 of 457
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Ware Academy
Elementary School in Gloucester · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ware Academy
Ware Academy is a private elementary school in Gloucester, VA. Ware Academy serves approximately 141 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ware Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #87 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 141 students, Ware 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 5.4:1 students to teachers, Ware Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ware 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Ware Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Gloucester, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ware Academy (this school) | 7.4 |
| Botetourt Elementary | 8.3 |
| Page Middle | 8.3 |
| Bethel Elementary | 8.5 |
| Peasley Middle | 7.2 |
| Petsworth Elementary | 8.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
7936 JOHN CLAYTON MEMORIAL HWY, Gloucester, VA 23061
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ware Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bethel Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 5.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mathews Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Mathews), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Botetourt Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gloucester, see our Gloucester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Botetourt Elementary Gloucester | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| GLOUCESTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Gloucester | 2.2 mi | — |
| Gloucester High Gloucester | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Page Middle Gloucester | 4.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Bethel Elementary Gloucester | 5.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Peasley Middle Gloucester | 5.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Petsworth Elementary Gloucester | 6.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Abingdon Elementary Hayes | 9.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Achilles Elementary Hayes | 10.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Middlesex Elementary Locust Hill | 11.3 mi | 4.6 |
| St. Clare Walker Middle Locust Hill | 11.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Thomas Hunter Middle Mathews | 9.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Mathews Elementary Mathews | 9.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Mathews High Mathews | 10.0 mi | 6.0 |
| GRACE EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Yorktownn | 13.1 mi | — |
| CHRISTCHURCH SCHOOL Christchurch | 13.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Yorktown Middle Yorktown | 13.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Middlesex High Saluda | 13.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Queens Lake Middle Williamsburg | 13.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Bruton High Williamsburg | 13.0 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23061 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,547
Median Home Value
$297,100
Median Rent
$1,199/mo
Population
23,219
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
87.2%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
45.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Speedwell Elementary Wytheville, VA | 7.4 |
| Meherrin Powellton Elementary Lawrenceville, VA | 7.5 |
| Big Island Elementary Big Island, VA | 7.3 |
| EDLIN SCHOOL Reston, VA | 7.3 |
| MOUNTAINTOP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Charlottesville, VA | 7.6 |
| Mountain View Elementary Buena Vista, VA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ware Academy
What grades does Ware Academy serve?
Ware Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ware Academy?
Ware Academy has an enrollment of approximately 141 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ware Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Ware Academy is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ware Academy rank in VA?
Ware Academy ranks #87 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Ware Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Ware Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ware Academy a private school?
Yes, Ware Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Ware Academy a religious school?
No, Ware Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 141
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 162 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Gloucester County
- Phone
- (804) 693-3825
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