The Discovery School Of Virginia

Po Box 1160, Dillwyn, VA, 23936
Tel: (434)983-5616
Grades: 6 - 12 | 76 students
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The Discovery School Of Virginia for Boys and the Discovery School of Virginia for Girls serve young people who are experiencing emotional, behavioral, and learning problems. The 318 acre boys program and 150 acre girls program are located on separate campuses in the rolling uplands of central Virginia. The Discovery Schools use a group problem-solving process and the natural environment to promote a student's overall positive development.

School Overview:
The Discovery School Of Virginia
School Type Alternative School
School Membership(s) State or regional independent school association
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 6 - 12
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Learning Programs Supported Mild/Moderate Learning Differences
Year Founded 1998
Student Body
Total Students 76 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 20% (VA School Avg.: 22%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 10:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
Average Class Size 5 students
Classroom dress code Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $60,000
Admissions Director Don Williams
Admissions Associate Mike Forman

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Discovery Girl's Graduation
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Gr. PK-12 | 10.1 mi. away
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Gr. K-12 | 10.1 mi. away
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