First Friends Christian Academy

First Friends Christian Academy in Hampton, VA, serves 78 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through third grade in a midsize city setting.
Founded in 2000, the school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 26:1 with a total of 3 teachers.
The school reports a student body that is 42.86 percent students of color, reflecting some diversity within the Northampton neighborhood.
First Friends Christian Academy is affiliated with the Friends orientation and holds membership in the Association of Christian Schools International.
This Hampton private school offers elementary education in a religious setting with an enrollment size suitable for families seeking early learning options.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 78 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-3
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
78 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
43%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: Faith, Hope, Love
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for First Friends Christian Academy?
The application deadline for First Friends Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is First Friends Christian Academy located?
First Friends Christian Academy is located in the Northampton neighborhood of Hampton, VA. There are 1 other private schools located in Northampton.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 78 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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