Private School Review - Established 2003
The Goddard School
Grace Christian School Top 23 · Highest % Faculty w/ Adv. Degrees (VA)

Mechanicsville Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 762 students in Mechanicsville, VA, 6% of all K-12 students in Mechanicsville, VA are educated in private schools versus public schools (compared to the VA state average of 11%).
67% of private schools in Mechanicsville, VA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Church of the Nazarene and Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked Mechanicsville Private Schools (2026-27)

The Goddard School Photo
The Goddard School
Gr: PK-K | 231 students
Daycare / Preschool
7503 Old Hickory Drive
Mechanicsville, VA 23111
(717) 766-7680
View Profile
Grace Christian School Photo
Grace Christian School
Gr: 6-12 | 379 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 14
Christian
8067 Atlee Rd
Mechanicsville, VA 23111
(804) 730-7300
View Profile
Map of Atlee Christian Academy
Atlee Christian Academy
Gr: PK-5 | 152 students
Church of the Nazarene
8391 Atlee Rd
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 746-3900
View Profile

Mechanicsville, VA Private School Trends

3
Private Schools
762
Students
$8,550
Avg. Tuition
20
Avg. Class Size
15%
Students of Color
17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
Download town snapshot: CSV | XML | JSON Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission.
Enrollment & Diversity
Category
This Town (Mechanicsville)
This State (VA)
# Schools
3 Schools
1,035 Schools
# Students
762 Students
152,607 Students
% Students of Color
15%
31%
0.41
0.65
Show more data/charts: racial breakdown
# American Indian Students
0 Students
492 Students
% American Indian Students
0%
<1%
# Asian Students
2 Students
8,941 Students
% Asian Students
<1%
6%
# Hispanic Students
5 Students
6,674 Students
% Hispanic Students
1%
5%
# Black Students
13 Students
11,974 Students
% Black Students
2%
8%
# White Students
182 Students
73,416 Students
% White Students
24%
49%
# Hawaiian Students
0 Students
370 Students
% Hawaiian Students
0%
<1%
# Others Students
560 Students
47,683 Students
% of Others Students
73%
32%
All Ethnic Groups
Academics
# Teachers
46 Teachers
14,411 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
49%
55%
Average Class Size
20 students
14 students
Average Number of AP Courses
5 courses
12 courses
Average SAT score
1100
(Out of 1600)
1229
Tuition & Aid
Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$8,550
$15,972
Average % on Financial Aid
8%
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
$9,451
Admissions & Athletics
Average Number of Extracurriculars
14 extracurriculars
10 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
7 sports
7 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Mechanicsville, VA?
The top ranked private schools in Mechanicsville, VA include Grace Christian School and The Goddard School.
How many private schools are located in Mechanicsville?
3 private schools are located in Mechanicsville.
What percentage of students in Mechanicsville go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in Mechanicsville are educated in private schools (compared to the VA state average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Mechanicsville?
67% of private schools in Mechanicsville are religiously affiliated (most commonly Church of the Nazarene and Christian).
Which private schools in Mechanicsville are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in Mechanicsville include: The Goddard School vs. Atlee Christian Academy

Recent Articles

When a Private School Changes Head of School
When a Private School Changes Head of School
A private school leadership change can raise important questions. Learn how to evaluate head of school transitions, identify warning signs, and protect your child's educational experience before enrolling confidently.
Private School Financial Aid Renewal: Could Awards Shrink?
Private School Financial Aid Renewal: Could Awards Shrink?
Could your private school financial aid shrink next year? Learn why awards change, how income and school budgets affect renewal, and what parents can do to protect affordability long-term.
Need-Blind vs. Need-Aware Private School Admissions
Need-Blind vs. Need-Aware Private School Admissions
Understand how need-blind and need-aware private school admissions affect acceptance decisions, financial aid eligibility, and affordability, with practical guidance to help parents compare schools, ask questions, and plan confidently ahead.
Area schools map

Filter Schools

School Level
Must Offer Grade
Show more
Gender
School Focus
Religious Affiliation
ADD/ADHD Support
Summer Program

Quick Links

SCHOOL SEARCH TOOLS:
SCHOOL BY TYPE (VA):
OPEN-HOUSES & JOBS:
PUBLIC & BOARDING SCHOOLS:
PRIVATE SCHOOL DATA: