Central Virginia Christian School in Dillwyn, VA serves 139 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a rural community setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 with a total of 12 teachers.
It is affiliated with the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and has a Christian religious orientation.
Approximately 9% of the student body represents students of color.
Central Virginia Christian School offers regular elementary and secondary programs aligned with a Christian educational framework.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
139 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Truth and Honor'
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Central Virginia Christian School?
Central Virginia Christian School famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate.
When is the application deadline for Central Virginia Christian School?
The application deadline for Central Virginia Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Central Virginia Christian School is Calvary Christian School (13.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Covenant School (23.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
108 Yogaville Way
Buckingham, VA 23921
(434) 969-4383
Buckingham, VA 23921
(434) 969-4383
6.8 miles
Gr: Inquire with school | 9 students
Calvary Christian School
(Christian)
31139 N James Madison Hwy
New Canton, VA 23123
(434) 581-3874
New Canton, VA 23123
(434) 581-3874
13.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 62 students
Green Adventure Project
Alternative School
920 Camp Rd
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 996-3933
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 996-3933
19 miles
Gr: K-5 | 51 students
4744 James Madison Hwy
Fork Union, VA 23055
(434) 842-4406
Fork Union, VA 23055
(434) 842-4406
19.3 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 221 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Effort Christian School And Preschool
(Baptist)
7820 Thomas Jefferson Pkwy
Palmyra, VA 22963
(434) 808-2447
Palmyra, VA 22963
(434) 808-2447
21.8 miles
Gr: K-5 | 62 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Calvary Christian School
(Christian)
31139 N James Madison Hwy
New Canton, VA 23123
(434) 581-3874
New Canton, VA 23123
(434) 581-3874
13.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 62 students
4744 James Madison Hwy
Fork Union, VA 23055
(434) 842-4406
Fork Union, VA 23055
(434) 842-4406
19.3 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 221 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bear Creek Academy
Special Education School
1874 Anderson Highway Building A
Cumberland, VA 23040
(804) 492-9940
Cumberland, VA 23040
(804) 492-9940
22.8 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 11 students Avg. class size: 8 students
P.O. Box 970
Troy, VA 22974
(434) 589-3673
Troy, VA 22974
(434) 589-3673
26.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 72 students Avg. class size: 12 students
128 Oakland School Way
Troy, VA 22974
(434) 293-9059
Troy, VA 22974
(434) 293-9059
27.1 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 44 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Calvary Christian School
(Christian)
31139 N James Madison Hwy
New Canton, VA 23123
(434) 581-3874
New Canton, VA 23123
(434) 581-3874
13.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 62 students
Green Adventure Project
Alternative School
920 Camp Rd
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 996-3933
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 996-3933
19 miles
Gr: K-5 | 51 students
4744 James Madison Hwy
Fork Union, VA 23055
(434) 842-4406
Fork Union, VA 23055
(434) 842-4406
19.3 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 221 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Effort Christian School And Preschool
(Baptist)
7820 Thomas Jefferson Pkwy
Palmyra, VA 22963
(434) 808-2447
Palmyra, VA 22963
(434) 808-2447
21.8 miles
Gr: K-5 | 62 students
Bear Creek Academy
Special Education School
1874 Anderson Highway Building A
Cumberland, VA 23040
(804) 492-9940
Cumberland, VA 23040
(804) 492-9940
22.8 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 11 students Avg. class size: 8 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
175 Hickory St
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 220-7330
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 220-7330
23.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 765 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
1232 Stoney Ridge Road
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 296-6901
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 296-6901
23.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 233 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
University Montessori School
Montessori School
1034 Reservoir Rd
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 977-0583
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 977-0583
24.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 31 students Tuition listed
The International School Of Charlottesville
Special Program Emphasis
830 Monticello Avenue
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 984-2174
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 984-2174
25 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 215 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Appomattox Christian Academy ![Appomattox Christian Academy Photo - Shakespeare - Midsummer Night's Dream - performed by the Upper Students at Appomattox Christian Academy.]( "Appomattox Christian Academy Photo - Shakespeare - Midsummer Night's Dream - performed by the Upper Students at Appomattox Christian Academy.")
(Episcopal)
1916 Redfields Rd
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-7373
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-7373
25.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 78 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Tye River Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5198 Thomas Nelson Hwy
Arrington, VA 22922
(434) 263-8960
Arrington, VA 22922
(434) 263-8960
9110.3 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 360 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Nelson County High School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6919 Thomas Nelson Hwy
Lovingston, VA 22949
(434) 263-8317
Lovingston, VA 22949
(434) 263-8317
9110.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 486 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Nelson Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6925 Thomas Nelson Highway
Lovingston, VA 22949
(434) 263-4801
Lovingston, VA 22949
(434) 263-4801
9110.7 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 328 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rockfish River Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Chapel Hollow Rd
Afton, VA 22920
(434) 361-1791
Afton, VA 22920
(434) 361-1791
9114.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 318 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Buckingham County Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1184 High School Rd.
Buckingham, VA 23921
(434) 969-1044
Buckingham, VA 23921
(434) 969-1044
9116.1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 407 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
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