Good Shepherd Episcopal School is a private school located along Forest Hill Avenue that focuses on location-based learning within the Forest Hill community and values outdoor education. The K-8 school offers classes for approximately 90 students with a 8:1 student to teacher ratio and is accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools. All teachers have a bachelor’s degree, with nearly half who’ve earned a master’s degree. The school is divided into Kindergarten, the lower school (grades 1 through 4) and the middle school (grades 5 through 8). The school’s philosophy is three-fold, focusing on community, diversity and possibility. According to the school’s website, its mission is “to inspire each child to achieve academic excellence within a diverse, nurturing community that builds character and fosters respect for one another and our shared environment, locally and globally.” Enrichment classes include computer science and technology, physical education, Spanish and the Lego robotics team. Students also experience immersive programs for studio art, performing arts and a STEAM-based makerspace. Taking a tour or visiting an open house is part of the application-based admissions process. Once a student is accepted, families can apply for financial aid.
Good Shepherd Episcopal School
Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School
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Grade Pre-K-8
4207 Forest Hill Ave,
Richmond, VA
152
Students
A+
School Details
Head of School
Ken Seward
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Annual Tuition
$15,750
Religious Affiliation
Episcopal
Niche Grade
A+
A+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers
30
Full Time Teachers
18
Part Time Teachers
12
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
Male
57.9%
Female
42.1%
White
71.4%
Black
11.9%
Two or more races
7.9%
Asian
4.8%
Hispanic
4%
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
10/11/2014
Again, it's not the worst or the best
10/11/2014
There weren't many opportunities for clubs or anything of that sort. There were some, but the wasn't a bunch.
10/11/2014
It's not the worst or the best by any means
GreatSchools Reviews
6/13/2024
This is the private school for people who never expected to choose private school. It is so welcoming, warm, progressive, and low-key with actual racial and socioeconomic diversity. My son has flourished here and two weeks into summer break is already talking about when he can go back to school. He...
2/13/2020
GSES is such a wonderful school! We are beyond grateful to have found it.
12/3/2019
My son has been at Good Shepherd for three years and we've been very happy. He has had made great friends in the small classes, and gets plenty of attention from the dedicated teaching staff. He also loves the "perks" like the outdoors program, where they walk over to nearby Forest Hill park and dow...
12/3/2019
GSES is amazing! I can’t say enough positive things about the school.
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12 Total Sales
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$275,000 Price
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$175K - $445K Price Range
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$299K - $495K Price Range
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$194K - $420K Price Range
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$238K - $510K Price Range
Map
List Price Range
$162K - $1.3M
Homes For Sale
3
Average Home Value
$495,808
Median Lot Size
7,840 Sq Ft
% Renters
35%
Average Household Income
$143,496
% of College Grads
58.7%
Median Age
44
Average House Size
1,675 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
25.9%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
$1,520 - $2,875 per month
- The Alder on Dabney
- Studio - 3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 542+ Sq Ft
- 2001 Dabney Rd
- Richmond, VA
$1,776 - $3,689 per month
- The Ella Scotts Addition
- 1 - 2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 643+ Sq Ft
- 3810 W Broad St
- Richmond, VA
$1,550 - $4,480 per month
- The Scout Scotts Addition
- Studio - 2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 555+ Sq Ft
- 947 Myers St
- Richmond, VA
Additional Schools in the Area
Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools
Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.
- 1st to 12th
- Private
- K to 12th
- Private
- 9th to 12th
- Public
Parks in this Area
Belle Isle
Reedy Creek
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Trails
Forest Hill Park
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
Buttermilk Trail
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Crooked Branch Ravine Park
- Trails
Phideaux Dog Park
- Dog Park
- Parking Lot
Westover Hills UMC Tot Lot
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Additional Neighborhoods in this Area
Maymont
Live within walking distance of Maymont and the James River
Northrop
A small community centered around Richmond High School for the Arts
Reedy Creek
Bungalows and lush greenery minutes from the James River and Forest Hill Park
Carillon
A quiet community near Byrd Park and Carytown
Swansboro West
A close-knit South Side community with access to public transit and shopping
Westover Hills
Peaceful residential living along the south banks of the James River
Good Shepherd Episcopal School is a private Episcopal school for students in grades Pre-K-8 located at 4207 Forest Hill Ave in Richmond, VA. Annual tuition is $15,750. The school has a total enrollment of 152 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 6:1. Good Shepherd Episcopal School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average home value in this area is $495,808. Discover additional schools in the area, like Community Christian Academy, Commonwealth Christian Academy, Richmond High School for the Arts, and more. Learn more about what Richmond has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Good Shepherd Episcopal School.