Independent, faith-based full-tuition scholarship school serving students from limited financial resources in Richmond's East End.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Yearly Tuition: $21,500
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
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Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
2009
Summer School Offered
Yes
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
School Motto
Faith, Knowledge, Pride
Student Body
Total Students
196 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$21,500
Tuition Notes
All students receive a full-tuition scholarship to attend. There is a low-income requirement for families.
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
School Notes
- MISSION
- Anna Julia Cooper School is an independent, faith-based school, providing full-tuition scholarships to K-8th grade students of limited economic resources from Richmond's East End. The mission of Anna Julia Cooper School is to love, educate, and uplift its students and graduates so that they may realize their God-given gifts.
- VISION
- Our vision is to provide students with the tools necessary to help ensure them the opportunity for a full and meaningful life. For many of our students, this will mean continuing on to college after high school graduation. For all of our students, it means developing the self-confidence, strength of character, academic skills and sense of hope needed to open the door to a promising future.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Anna Julia Cooper School cost?
Anna Julia Cooper School's tuition is approximately $21,500 for private students.
What sports does Anna Julia Cooper School offer?
Anna Julia Cooper School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Soccer and Swimming.
When is the application deadline for Anna Julia Cooper School?
The application deadline for Anna Julia Cooper School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Anna Julia Cooper School located?
Anna Julia Cooper School is located in the East End neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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