Delaware Valley Classical School Photo #0 - We see joy and gratitude as fundamentally part of the educational process: joy in learning true, good, and beautiful things and gratitude to God and to all who aid the students on their journey.

Delaware Valley Classical School

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Delaware Valley Classical School Photo #1 - We see joy and gratitude as fundamentally part of the educational process: joy in learning true, good, and beautiful things and gratitude to God and to all who aid the students on their journey.
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Delaware Valley Classical School Photo #1 - We see joy and gratitude as fundamentally part of the educational process: joy in learning true, good, and beautiful things and gratitude to God and to all who aid the students on their journey.
Delaware Valley Classical School Photo #2 - #2 Best Christian High School in DE/#4 Best Private K-12 School in DE - Come see what we are truly about at DVCS - training up our students in excellence, wisdom, joy, and gratitude, and equipping them with a Biblical worldview.
Delaware Valley Classical School Photo #3 - The Classic Learning Test's (CLT) school rankings were released and out of hundreds of schools that took the CLT 2022-2023, DVCS ranked 7th on the CLT8 and 11th on the CLT10 in the nation! The CLT evaluates reading, grammar, and mathematical skills; engages students with thoughtful content drawn from classic literature and historical texts; and measures achievement and aptitude.
Delaware Valley Classical School Photo #4 - At Delaware Valley Classical School, we desire to train, mentor, and encourage students throughout the course of their education to love God with all their heart, soul, strength, and mind and to love their neighbor as themselves (Luke 10:27). DVCS is an accredited school of The Association of Classical Christian Schools (ACCS)
Delaware Valley Classical School Photo #5 - Congratulations to the debate team who claimed 1st and 3rd place in the Mid-Atlantic Christian Debate League. In the tradition of classical education, these seniors began learning formal and informal logic in 7th and 8th grade, and refined their argumentative skills in grades 9-12 with a focus on eloquent and persuasive rhetorical expression.
Delaware Valley Classical School Photo #6 - We are rooted in the Christian faith, seeking to cultivate articulate students who are able to reason well, work with excellence, and communicate clearly and persuasively. Our students learn in a different way - by memorizing via song and jingles, asking questions, reading original texts, and using logic to reach educated conclusions.
Delaware Valley Classical School Photo #7 - DVCS offers a Christ-centered and classical education and serves over 178 students enrolled in kindergarten through twelfth grades. DVCS employs 30 faculty and staff and is located in New Castle, DE. We are eager to continue the rich history of Classical Christian education in Delaware!
Delaware Valley Classical School Photo #8 - A united group of hardworking, committed, passionate, yet humble athletes, stands a great chance of winning an athletic contest. These attributes, however, have a far greater significance than forming winning programs.
Delaware Valley Classical School Photo #9 - The Delaware Valley Classical School athletic program is built upon values that build winning programs but, more importantly, glorify Jesus Christ. Our Titan athletic teams focus on hard work, commitment, passion, humility, and unity.
Delaware Valley Classical School Photo #10 - The classical approach complements a child`s natural learning process. At the kindergarten level and throughout the grammar stage at DVCS, children love to sing, chant, memorize, recite, color, draw, paint, and play.
Delaware Valley Classical School Photo #11 - Beginning each December at Delaware Valley Classical School, we hold Etiquette classes. Students learn to use words, conduct, and presentation to be a blessing to our neighbors.
Delaware Valley Classical School Photo #12 - We are accredited by the Association of Classical Christian Schools (ACCS). If you'd like to know more about DVCS and how we may be the right fit for your child, please contact us. We'll be happy to schedule a time for you to come in and explore what makes DVCS such a unique and valuable option for your child!
Delaware Valley Classical School Photo #13 - DVCS assists parents in preparing their child to excel in every duty and calling the Lord has for them. Our athletics program stretches this work of partnering with parents in the formation of their children from classrooms to sports fields through Christian community and discipleship.
Delaware Valley Classical School is a K-12, private, Christian school that uses a classical approach to assist parents in preparing their children to excel in academics, character, and all of life for the glory of God.
We are fully accredited by The Association of Classical Christian Schools (ACCS).
Through a rigorous curriculum, DVCS students are provided a firm foundation rooted in Christ and develop a mind to think critically, setting them on a path for joyful, lifelong learning.
We look forward to partnering with you in your child`s education. Call today to schedule your visit!.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 219 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,454
  • Acceptance rate: 87%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences through NILD Educational Therapy

Student Body

Total Students
219 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Delaware Valley Classical School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
58%
Average Class Size
18 students
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1303
(Out of 1600)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Grammar school students have a more casual dress code, whereas upper school students wear a more formal dress code.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $9,454 - $11,933 - depending on the grade
Acceptance Rate
87%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Sherri Jones

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
23 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club, Debate Team, Math League, Mock Trial Team, National Honor Society, National Spelling Bee Competition, Piano Lessons, Poetry Out Loud, Science Olympiad Team, Student Government, Yearbook Club

Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Drama Program, Fine Arts Program, Orchestra, Performing Arts, Private Music Lessons, Upper School Choir, Vocal Ensemble

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Archery, Basketball Club for Grammar students, Running Club, Volleyball for Grammar students led by upper school students

School Notes

  • With a history spanning back to 1994, Delaware Valley Classical School employs a rigorous classical and Christian curriculum taught by a highly-qualified faculty who are not just conveyors of information, but cultivators of minds and hearts.
  • We emphasize our students' abilities to interpret a text, reason soundly, and express themselves clearly both orally and in writing.
  • We seek to foster virtue and mature character in our students in addition to a well-rounded competence applicable to all facets of life.
  • We look forward to partnering with you in your child`s education.Call today to schedule your visit!
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Delaware Valley Classical School cost?
Delaware Valley Classical School's tuition is approximately $9,454 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Delaware Valley Classical School?
The acceptance rate of Delaware Valley Classical School is 87%, which is lower than the national average of 91%.
What sports does Delaware Valley Classical School offer?
Delaware Valley Classical School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Delaware Valley Classical School?
The application deadline for Delaware Valley Classical School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

View the Delaware Valley Classical School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (Day 1/5)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break (Day 2/5)
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break (Day 3/5)
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break (Day 4/5)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break (Day 5/5)
November 29, 2024 (Friday)

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (16 reviews)
5  
As an alumnus, I am thrilled to have my own children at DVCS. My husband and I call DVCS a "hidden gem." It is a privilege to watch our children grow in their faith, education, work ethic, self-control, and virtue. I cannot believe how rich the educational feast is every week! My husband and I look forward to supporting them as they grow through the classical model and become thinking, poised adults who serve the world for Christ.
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The classical model recognizes that education is much more than knowledge acquisition and job training. Classical education is preparation to live a wise, virtuous life, with the capacity to think critically, communicate well, and influence broadly. So many families attest, and the data confirms (e.g., the Good Soil Report), that relative to other forms of primary education (including public, traditional Christian, and religious homeschooling), classical Christian education produces greater academic achievement in college, confidence, and gratitude in life, time spent in service of others, and commitment to the Christian life. Delaware Valley Classical School excels at the classical model and is God`s provision to those of us blessed to be a part of its community.
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5  
My two sons start to attend school this year after I learned Classical Christian Education. The kids have already loved the school and their academic, character, and faith have improved significantly in one month. It`s a good way to educate kids.
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5  
Delaware Valley is a wonderful K-12 school focussed on developing the student as a whole person. The faculty and staff truly care about the students and seek to partner well with parents in the education of their children. The community of families is warm and you will feel welcomed no matter what age your kids are when they join. The quality of the graduates stands out, as the school produces well-rounded graduates equipped to excel in all aspects of life.
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5  
Best kept secret in Delaware! We were interested in this school long before our children could even attend school and DVCS has not disappointed. This school has strengthened our children's love for Christ and we have received many compliments on our children's manners and intelligence. We also like how DVCS requires your involvement as a parent so you truly feel like partners in educating your child vs what public schools are trying to do now.
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5  
We were drawn into the school community before our children even reached school age, and are now almost 20 years into our journey. Our children have benefited from the challenging academics, the wide variety of opportunities for athletics, music, and the arts, and other activities like the Science Olympiad, but most importantly, from the beautiful loving investment of the faculty and staff into their lives. It has prepared them well for college and for living out a thoroughly biblical worldview.
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5  
We were unfamiliar with classical education before coming to DVCS. Classical education has both enriched our lives and has continued to be a part of our lives since both of our sons are now teaching at their local classical school. DVCS is not a commodity, but rather a community.
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Delaware Valley Classical School has changed our lives! I cannot even begin to express how deep of an education my three children are receiving in this intimate, loving, Christ-centered learning environment. The academics are presented with joyful rigor. The academic and behavioral expectations are high, but all is done with such love and true happiness. My children have thrived by being challenged to reach their highest potential, both as students and as Christians. The teachers are so dedicated to their students, and DVCS is like a welcoming family since we have no other family here in Delaware. This was my children's first experience of school, as we had homeschooled prior. It was the best decision we could have made for our children to take a leap of faith and try out DVCS. They formed wonderful friendships, were enriched by the music and Latin programs, participated in acts of community service, and were challenged to learn how to present in front of an audience with various public speaking opportunities. If you are looking for a classical education for your children and value the great books, poetry, bible memorization, and a truly loving yet challenging school environment, there is no other school like Delaware Valley Classical School in the tri-state area.
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5  
I'm the grandfather of three wonderful grandchildren. They have been given an incredible opportunity to learn in a loving and nurturing environment. Their teachers are excellent and caring. The things they are learning will put them "light years" ahead of students not getting a classical education. Most importantly, honoring and loving Jesus Christ is the main focus, not an afterthought.
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5  
We love DVCS! Teachers are fully bought in and genuinely care. Students are polite, well-behaved, and held accountable for their actions. We believe our children are in such a safe and loving environment at this school. The curriculum at DVCS is challenging but very rewarding and we know that our children will be well-equipped to enter their college years because of this!
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5  
Delaware Valley Classical School is an elite academic experience and the area`s best-kept secret. No other school in the area compares. Once we saw what DVCS had to offer, we quickly uprooted our family to be a part of it. Many families, unable to make a similar change of location, commute over an hour one way. Having been a part of the school community for over three years now, we can say with certainty that choosing DVCS was the best decision we ever made for our family. This school is truly set apart for God and is uncompromising in its pursuit of knowledge, self-discipline, and virtue. Our children are flourishing in the encouraging, rigorous, and grace-based atmosphere, and the good work has only begun. We look ahead at upper-class students and we see teenagers who exemplify the school`s core values: excellence, wisdom, joy, and gratitude. DVCS graduates are uniquely equipped to rightly order their lives and lead and influence wherever the Lord leads them next. This is the education you wish you had.
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5  
DVCS is an excellent school. It is an academically rigorous school that teaches children how to think, and not what to think. The teachers and faculty do a wonderful job of creating a culture of learning, as well as the feeling of belonging to one big family.
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5  
What is truth? As parents, we seek to build a biblical foundation for our kids to answer that question. The teachers and staff at Delaware Valley Classical School help to reinforce the truths of God's Word in every area of their education. From the curriculum to sports, from music to service and even discipline, truth is being taught and lived out daily. I see how each student is seen for their unique makeup, is encouraged to think critically, and use their gifts to respond to the world we live in. DVCS is equipping our kids from the very seeking God's truth and how to use it as a firm foundation.
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5  
Great School. Loving teachers, staff and student body with amazing academic results for my son poured into my son from 3rd grade through 12th grade.
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5  
Amazing school with amazing results. My son started in 3rd grade in this school.. He was behind in public schools. He graduated 12th grade ahead of his public school peers with 1.5 years of college credit. More importantly, he was shown God's love by teachers, staff and fellow students, which is the heartbeat of the school.
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Delaware Valley Classical School is an excellent school. DVCS has taught my children to be godly, young adults. It prepared them to be well-qualified for the rigor and independence of college.
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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 219 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,454
  • Acceptance rate: 87%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in New Castle County, DE is $14,612 for elementary schools and $16,719 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in New Castle County, DE is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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