Beltsville Adventist School, along with the entire Seventh-day Adventist educational system, operates on the belief that education ".
involves more than the pursuit of a certain course of study.
It means more than preparing for the life that is now.
It has to do with the whole being, and with the whole period of existance possible to man.
It is the harmonious development of the physical, the mental and the spiritual powers.
It prepares the student for the joy of service in this world and for the higher joy of wider service in the world to come.".
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,000
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1958
Student Body
Total Students
199 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki pants and polo shirts
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,000
Admissions Director
Wendy Pega
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Intramurals
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Beltsville Adventist School cost?
Beltsville Adventist School's tuition is approximately $12,000 for private students.
What sports does Beltsville Adventist School offer?
Beltsville Adventist School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Soccer.
When is the application deadline for Beltsville Adventist School?
The application deadline for Beltsville Adventist School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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