Summit Christian Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked VA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 244 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,730
Acceptance rate: 70%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Summit Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Summit Christian Academy
Pre-K	15
Kind	25
1	17
2	28
3	16
4	10
5	18
6	16
7	14
8	10
9	22
10	17
11	17
12	19

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia, Processing issues

Year Founded

1996

School Motto

Discern | articulate | serve

Student Body

Total Students

244 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

12%

State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

23 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

28%

Average Class Size

15 students

Average SAT score

1178

(Out of 1600)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

uniforms from Land

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,730

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Tuition Notes

tuition ranges from $6,900 - $10,560 www.scaschools.org

Acceptance Rate

70%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Kristen Spitz

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

GolfSoccer

TennisVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

4 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Debate ClubFrench Club

Spanish Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Chorus

School Notes

The vision of Summit Christian Academy is to prepare students academically, socially, and spiritually, equipping them to discern truth, articulate their faith, and to serve others for the glory of Jesus Christ.
The mission of Summit Christian Academy is to partner with parents to educate and disciple young men and women through a Christian and classical education.
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We are a classical discipleship school that trains students how to think well. Our students graduate with strong critical thinking skills, the ability to communicate persuasively and effectively both orally and in written form, and with their eyes open to opportunities to serve others.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Summit Christian Academy cost?

Summit Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $8,730 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Summit Christian Academy?

The acceptance rate of Summit Christian Academy is 70%, which is lower than the national average of 79%.

What sports does Summit Christian Academy offer?

Summit Christian Academy offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.

What is Summit Christian Academy's ranking?

Summit Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Summit Christian Academy?

The application deadline for Summit Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Virginia is $15,549 for elementary schools and $18,838 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Virginia is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).