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Chestnut Mountain Ranch
Elementary School
244 PONDEROSA PONDS RD, Morgantown, WV 26508
Enrollment
13
Student-Teacher
3.2:1
Grades
7th – 9th
Enrollment
13
Student-Teacher
3.2:1
Grades
7th – 9th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
How this school compares
Academic performance
8.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Chestnut Mountain Ranch
Chestnut Mountain Ranch is an all-boys Christian, no specific denomination private elementary school in Morgantown, WV 26508. The school serves approximately 13 students in grades 7th – 9th with a student-teacher ratio of 3.2:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $83,247, where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 13 students, Chestnut Mountain Ranch is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 3.2:1, Chestnut Mountain Ranch offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Chestnut Mountain Ranch operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $231,275
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $280,378
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 1.21x — Strong
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 37%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $3.4M
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 13 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Chestnut Mountain Ranch compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Morgantown, WV
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chestnut Mountain Ranch (this school) | — |
| South Middle School | 6.9 |
| Morgantown High School | 6.1 |
| Westwood Middle School | 6.0 |
| Mountaineer Middle School | 8.1 |
| Suncrest Middle School | 7.8 |
| West Virginia Academy | — |
| University High School | 7.0 |
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
- 7th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 13 students
- Type
- Private · Christian, no specific denomination
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.2:1
- Address
- 244 PONDEROSA PONDS RD, Morgantown, WV 26508
- Phone
- (304) 381-4958
- 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 WV 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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
244 PONDEROSA PONDS RD, Morgantown, WV 26508
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chestnut Mountain Ranch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brookhaven Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 2.5 miles away). Another option is Mountainview Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 3.0 miles away). Additionally, MORGANTOWN LEARNING ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 5.2 miles away). For more schools in Morgantown, see our Morgantown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ridgedale Elementary School Morgantown | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Brookhaven Elementary School Morgantown | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES CENTRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Morgantown | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Morgantown | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| MORGANTOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Morgantown | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Morgantown | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Mountainview Elementary School Morgantown | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| South Middle School Morgantown | 3.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Morgantown High School Morgantown | 4.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Mountaineer Middle School Morgantown | 4.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Eastwood Elementary School Morgantown | 5.0 mi | 6.0 |
| MORGANTOWN LEARNING ACADEMY Morgantown | 5.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Westwood Middle School Morgantown | 4.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Skyview Elementary School Morgantown | 4.8 mi | 7.3 |
| AMPLIFY CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Morgantown | 5.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Cheat Lake Elementary School Morgantown | 5.9 mi | 6.1 |
| North Elementary School Morgantown | 6.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Suncrest Middle School Morgantown | 6.3 mi | 7.8 |
| West Virginia Academy Morgantown | 6.5 mi | — |
| University High School Morgantown | 7.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 26508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,247
Median Home Value
$287,700
Median Rent
$984/mo
Population
39,356
College Educated
49.8%
Homeownership
75.2%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
36.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Chestnut Mountain Ranch has a median household income of $83,247. It is a well-educated community where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $287,700, with a median rent of $984/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.2%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chestnut Mountain Ranch
What grades does Chestnut Mountain Ranch serve?
Chestnut Mountain Ranch serves students in grades 7th through 9th.
How many students attend Chestnut Mountain Ranch?
Chestnut Mountain Ranch has an enrollment of approximately 13 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chestnut Mountain Ranch?
The student-teacher ratio at Chestnut Mountain Ranch is 3.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Chestnut Mountain Ranch a private school?
Yes, Chestnut Mountain Ranch is a private all-boys school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Chestnut Mountain Ranch a religious school?
Chestnut Mountain Ranch has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,186/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Morgantown). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 13
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- MONONGALIA
- Phone
- (304) 381-4958
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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