Christian Heritage Academy is a non-profit, inter-denominational, Christian, educational ministry dedicated to the task of providing a quality Christian education in preschool through grade twelve to all children whose parents wish the Christian training of the home and church to be complemented in the classroom.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,500
- Acceptance rate: 50%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Christian Heritage Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1980
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
10
Student Body
Total Students
414 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
15%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
10 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki, navy, or black bottoms and collared shirt or sweater
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
K3 - K5 $4,500
Tuition Assistance and Scholarships Available
Acceptance Rate
50%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Amy Gebelein
Application URL
Endowment Size
$1 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Acts of Kindness, Drama Club, Garden Club, Praise and Worship Band, S.T.E.M. Club, Spirit Club, Student Government
Acts of Kindness, Drama Club, Garden Club, Praise and Worship Band, S.T.E.M. Club, Spirit Club, Student Government
School Notes
- School Motto: We partner with families to encourage, equip, and educate.
- School Mascot: Knights
- Christian Heritage Academy is a non-profit, inter-denominational, Christian, educational ministry dedicated to the task of providing a quality Christian education in preschool through grade twelve to all children whose parents wish the Christian training of the home and church to be complemented in the classroom.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Christian Heritage Academy cost?
Christian Heritage Academy's tuition is approximately $6,500 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Christian Heritage Academy?
The acceptance rate of Christian Heritage Academy is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 79%. Christian Heritage Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Virginia with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Christian Heritage Academy offer?
Christian Heritage Academy offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Christian Heritage Academy's ranking?
Christian Heritage Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Least expensive tuition, Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Christian Heritage Academy?
The application deadline for Christian Heritage Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
View the Christian Heritage Academy yearly calendar below.
School Reviews
5 3/22/2017
I am currently a sophomore at Christian Heritage Academy. I have attended since Pre-K, and this school has been a tremendous blessing to me. The fact that we are able to openly worship God and learn about Him on a daily basis is a true privilege. I would recommend Christian Heritage to anyone looking for academic excellence and Biblical doctrine.
5 6/29/2016
I was a charter student at CHA when it opened in 1980 and a member of its third graduating class in 1986. Currently I teach at CHA at the secondary level and am the proud parent of CHA's first second-generation graduate. For 36 years, CHA's strength has always been in its people: at every level our teachers strive to give students the best education we can, always through the lens of Scripture and with an emphasis on spiritual development as well as academic.
5 6/29/2016
I am a secondary science teacher at CHA. I grew up in northern Virginia and went to college in the area around CHA. This school has welcomed me with open arms and made me a part of its family. Their values and traditions routed in the idea that students should be taught a biblical world view made it easy for me to become a Knight!
P.S. My students are wondeful! They are kind, respectful, and hard working. They make coming to work fun and I try to making learning fun for them too!
5 6/29/2016
I am so thankful for CHA! My son is going into the fourth grade and he has attended since pre-k. He has loved each year, and his A honor roll grades are a testimony to the devoted staff and small classroom environment. I also am thankful for a deep commitment to teach every subject with a true Biblical worldview.
5 6/29/2016
What a blessing CHA has been to our family! We transferred my oldest daughter in 7th grade, she needed a place that was intimate and where her talents and gifts could soar! My son started out in Pre-k and loved it since day one. With the smaller class size, students are very close and able to do so much! Having experienced both public and private education, what a peace it is as a parent to know my children are being taught Christian material by Godly faculty and staff. I give thanks they can pray in school and learn Christ like character and values.
5 2/24/2016
We have two children, one in 1st grade and one in K4 at Christian Heritage Academy. I am overjoyed with our decision to provide this type of education and atmosphere for our children because this school exemplifies exactly what we value as a family. At CHA, it is obvious that the teachers are compassionate and dedicated to providing an academically challenging curriculum and biblical foundation for each student. My children love their teachers. One of the most exciting things for me, as a mother, is to see how much my 1st grader has developed socially in a smaller class size versus her previous year in public school. Christian Heritage Academy is a huge blessing to our family and we look forward to watching our children grow up, putting the Lord first.
5 2/24/2016
My fourth child is currently a sophomore at Christian Heritage Academy. My other three children are all alumni of CHA. CHA is a school where academics are excellent, integrity is stressed, discipline is truly purposeful, and the Christian faith permeates everything they do. Their sporting programs teach excellence and teamwork. Their standardized test scores are consistently above national averages. We have been so blessed to have our children attend Christian Heritage.
5 2/24/2016
Our prayerful and trusting decision to send our children to Christian Heritage Academy was based upon God's Word. A pivotal verse was Colossians 2:3, which speaking of Jesus Christ states, "In whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge." We reasoned that since ALL the treasures of wisdom and knowledge are in Jesus Christ, our children should be educated where He is honored, rather than where He is purposefully excluded.
Our children received an excellent education from teachers who not only knew the subject matter but also knew the LORD.
5 7/24/2015
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