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House of Prayer Christian Academy
Elementary School
329 RAILROAD AVE, Sophia, WV 25921
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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House of Prayer Christian Academy
Elementary School in Sophia · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About House of Prayer Christian Academy
House of Prayer Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Sophia, WV. House of Prayer Christian Academy serves approximately 21 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 7:1 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 21 students, House of Prayer Christian 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 7:1 students to teachers, House of Prayer Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
House of Prayer Christian 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 House of Prayer Christian Academy compares to the 3 public schools in Sophia, WV
Student Demographics
All Schools in Sophia
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| House of Prayer Christian Academy (this school) | — |
| Independence Middle School | 6.7 |
| Ridgeview Elementary | 7.4 |
| Independence High School | 5.3 |
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
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 21 students
- Type
- Private · Christian, no specific denomination
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Address
- 329 RAILROAD AVE, Sophia, WV 25921
- Phone
- (304) 683-9715
- 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
329 RAILROAD AVE, Sophia, WV 25921
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering House of Prayer Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maxwell Hill Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Beckley). Another option is ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Beckley). Additionally, Mabscott Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Mabscott). For more schools in Sophia, see our Sophia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOPHIA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sophia | 0.8 mi | — |
| Ridgeview Elementary Sophia | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Independence Middle School Sophia | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Independence High School Sophia | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Coal City Elementary Coal City | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Hollywood Elementary Beckley | 4.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Mabscott Elementary Mabscott | 5.0 mi | 8.5 |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Beckley | 5.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Park Middle School Beckley | 5.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Crescent Elementary Beckley | 5.9 mi | 6.6 |
| MT TABOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Beckley | 6.1 mi | — |
| Stratton Elementary Beckley | 5.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Maxwell Hill Elementary Beckley | 7.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Beckley Elementary Beckley | 7.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Beckley-Stratton Middle School Beckley | 7.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Liberty High School Glen Daniel | 7.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Woodrow Wilson High School Beckley | 7.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Trap Hill Middle School Glen Daniel | 7.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Cranberry-Prosperity Elementary Beckley | 8.4 mi | 8.3 |
| GREATER BECKLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prosperity | 9.2 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 25921 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,184
Median Home Value
$99,600
Median Rent
$814/mo
Population
2,820
College Educated
11.6%
Homeownership
58.9%
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
43.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about House of Prayer Christian Academy
What grades does House of Prayer Christian Academy serve?
House of Prayer Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend House of Prayer Christian Academy?
House of Prayer Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 21 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at House of Prayer Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at House of Prayer Christian Academy is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is House of Prayer Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, House of Prayer Christian Academy is a private coeducational 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 House of Prayer Christian Academy a religious school?
House of Prayer Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 21
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Raleigh County
- Phone
- (304) 683-9715
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