Cumberland Academy, located in New Kent, VA, is a rural, nonsectarian special education school serving co–ed students in grades 2 through 12.
The school enrolls 159 students with 71% student representation of color, reflecting a diverse student body.
Founded in 1983, has a student–teacher ratio of 32:1 with a faculty of 5 teachers.
ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for diversity based on its percentage of students of color.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Cumberland Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
Year Founded
1983
Student Body
Total Students
159 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
71%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Help and hope are closer than you think.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Cumberland Academy?
The application deadline for Cumberland Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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