Our vision: Eastern Mennonite School envisions a school where every student belongs, thrives, and lives God's call.
Our mission: Eastern Mennonite School joins home and church in calling students to faith in Jesus Christ, academic excellence, personal integrity, and compassionate service in the world.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Eastern Mennonite School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1917
Student Body
Total Students
377 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
99%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
6 courses
Advanced Courses
Calculus, English Literature, Molecular Biology, Statistics, World History
Average SAT score
1182
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Variable Tuition Program
% on Financial Aid
27%
Admissions Director
Abigail Cook
Endowment Size
$4 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
14 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Anti-Racism Student Association, Math Counts, Math League, National Honor Society (NHS), Robotics Club, Student Council Organization, We Serve Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Show, Chamber Choir, Drama, Junior Choir, Musical, Senior Choir, Touring Choir
Anti-Racism Student Association, Math Counts, Math League, National Honor Society (NHS), Robotics Club, Student Council Organization, We Serve Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Show, Chamber Choir, Drama, Junior Choir, Musical, Senior Choir, Touring Choir
School Notes
- Eastern Mennonite School is a K-12 private school. Our curriculum and instruction is based on understandings from brain-research and modified to meet the educational, social, and emotional needs of every student. Four diploma options are available to ensure student success.
- We respect and a celebrate various faith and cultural traditions while nurturing Christian ethics based on the example and teachings of Jesus Christ.
- Committed faculty, staff and parents work together to provide a safe place of acceptance, belonging and care for each student and one another.
- Students have the opportunity to engage in 11 interscholastic sports, co-curricular club offerings and a wide variety of fine and performing arts options.
- Together, we actively seek to build positive relationships between all peoples through creative, respectful, and nonviolent means.
- Through curricular, experiential and travel opportunities, we grow student awareness in the complexities of the world, heighten sensitivity to the needs of the less fortunate, and express appreciation for the multitude of blessings we experience in the United States.
- Based on Jesus` teaching toward others, we encourage student volunteerism, sharing of talent, and giving of resources within local, national and world communities.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Eastern Mennonite School offer?
Eastern Mennonite School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Eastern Mennonite School's ranking?
Eastern Mennonite School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Eastern Mennonite School?
The application deadline for Eastern Mennonite School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
View the Eastern Mennonite School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
EMES Last Day/5th Grade Graduation
May 29, 2024 (Wednesday)
Last Day of Trimester 3
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
MS/HS Last Day of School
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
First Day of School
August 15, 2024 (Thursday)
Fall Break (No School)
October 21, 2024 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 8/17/2022
EMS has been a great fit for both our children - currently in 7th and 10th grade. They have very different personalities with different interests, but each one has been able to thrive in their friend groups, academics, and co-curricular activities like theater and athletics. As a parent, I appreciate the focus on the whole person: their emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being, within the structure of a strong academic environment.
5 8/17/2022
I've had three very different kids attend, starting in 3rd grade, and I can't say enough good things about this place. Each of my children has been known, challenged, and genuinely cared for. They've developed a worldview, the ability to think for themselves and articulate their opinions, enjoyed an exemplary extracurricular program, and experienced challenging academics tailored to their needs. The choral, theater and athletic programs are crazy impressive for a small school and my kids were given opportunities they'd never have seen at our local public schools. I have one graduate who was accepted into a selective college and is thriving there, one who is pursuing his dream to become a chef, and another who is a current student. Each has been supported in their unique gifts and abilities, and we feel blessed to be part of this community.
5 1/29/2021
EMS is amazing from K to 12! We have been so happy with this school. The only challenging part of the college admissions process was deciding which college admission offer to accept! Strong academics, diverse curriculum options, wonderful athletic experiences and an outstanding community - what more could a parent ask for? I look forward to the next generation of our family attending EMS! Go Flame Family!
5 1/29/2021
EMS has been a rich learning environment for our children. Our oldest began in 5th grade, and was met with open arms and excelled academically at each grade level. Our youngest, a very different learner, was closely mentored by teachers who went out of their way to help with academic challenges. Our kids learned not only core subjects but also learned about themselves. They learned better communication skills, developed a deep appreciation for music, and grew to understand and to respect people with different ideas and backgrounds. The EMS investment in those formative and high school years was priceless!
5 1/28/2021
Our daughter loves the elementary school. The school pets, playtime, and learning environment, caring teachers and community have been a refuge, especially during this pandemic. This is a truly safe and compassionate school where kindness to each other and to the world is embraced.
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