West Ghent School
Alternative school · Grades Pre-K–1
Norfolk, VA
1009 W Princess Anne Rd, Norfolk, VA 23507
Overall grade: A
ChooseAPrivateSchool.com grade, from official facts compared with similar schools.
- AClass size
- A-Years serving families
What stands out
- Smaller classes than 69% of independent schools in Virginia
- Serving families in Norfolk since at least 2011
In Norfolk, Virginia, West Ghent School is an independent private school for students from pre-K through 1st grade. About 12 students attend, with roughly 6 students per teacher, smaller classes than 69% of independent elementary schools in Virginia. It has been listed in official private school records since 2011–12. The school day runs about 5.5 hours, 174 days a year. Virginia has programs that can help pay tuition; ask the school whether it takes part.
At a glance
- Grades
- Grades Pre-K–1
- Students
- 12
- Teachers
- 2 (full-time equivalent)
- Students per teacher
- 6
- Boys and girls
- Coed · 6 girls, 6 boys
- Religious affiliation
- None (nonsectarian)
- Program
- Alternative school
- School day
- About 5.5 hours
- School year
- 174 days
- Library
- Yes
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How it compares
- Smaller classes than 69% of independent elementary schools in Virginia (6 students per teacher).
- A smaller school: fewer students than 98% of independent elementary schools in Virginia.
- Compared with 51 independent elementary schools in Virginia.
Students by survey year
Total students reported in official records since 2011–12.
Students by grade
Student body
Help paying tuition in Virginia
These state programs can help pay private school tuition. Only participating schools can accept them, so ask West Ghent School whether it takes part.
- Education Improvement Scholarships Tax Credit · Tax-credit scholarship
Questions to ask on a tour
- What is tuition, and what does it include (books, fees, uniforms, trips)?
- Do you offer financial aid, sibling discounts or payment plans?
- Do you accept ESA, voucher or tax-credit scholarship funds?
- How big are classes in my child's grade?
- What support is there for students who need extra help or more challenge?
- Is the school accredited, and by whom?
- What do a typical day and a typical week look like?
- How does the school communicate with families?
Questions about West Ghent School
What grades does West Ghent School serve?
West Ghent School serves grades Pre-K–1.
How many students attend West Ghent School?
About 12 students, with 6 students per teacher, according to official records.
How much is tuition at West Ghent School?
Call the school to ask about tuition, financial aid and payment plans. Virginia has programs that can help pay private school tuition; ask whether the school takes part.
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