Mountain Mission School is a non-profit (501 (c) (3) charitable organization, incorporated under the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia.
We provide a home, an Ecucation and Spiritual Guidance. Our children enjoy the benefits of a quality Christian education.
We provide pre-school through high school. At a time when school drop out rates are high around the United States, over 90% of our children go on to pursue additional education after graduation from our private high school.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Mountain Mission School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
180 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
80%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Rescuing Kids. Raising Leaders. Reaching Nations.
- Mountain Mission School is a non-profit (501 (c) (3) charitable organization, incorporated under the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia. We provide a home, an Ecucation and Spiritual Guidance. Our children enjoy the benefits of a quality Christian education. We provide pre-school through high school. At a time when school drop out rates are high around the United States, over 90% of our children go on to pursue additional education after graduation from our private high school.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Mission School's ranking?
Mountain Mission School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Mountain Mission School?
The application deadline for Mountain Mission School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 5/13/2017
My name is Mahlet Hawaz I would recommended mmsIs a good school for all children me and my Doughter we love mms
5 5/17/2016
My name is Ruth Anderson maiden name [ overholser] I attended MMS 1969 -1979. Even though I was bitter for being at the school, I learned so much .It wasn't until I was older that I appreciated what the school, friends and staff meant to me.
5 10/10/2014
I would recommend MMS.
It is a good place to live and go to school. My name is Thurman Justus.
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