Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Yearly Tuition: $15,000
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Gateway Christian Academy
About the School
- It is the mission of Gateway Christian School, in partnership with Christian parents and strong Bible-believing churches, to help children come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, determining to follow His will for their lives.
- We believe we can best do this by training them spiritually, academically, socially, and physically to grow in the nurture and admonition of the Lord according to Biblical truth.
- Spiritual maturity and academic excellence are the main objectives of Gateway Christian school.
- It is the philosophy of GCS that each student who enters our classrooms will be a better student (academically and behaviorally) as they grow in their relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Yearly Tuition: $15,000
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Gateway Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Motto
The GATEWAY to Your Student's Future Is Here
Student Body
Total Students
312 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
46%
State avg.: 31%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 11:1
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$15,000
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
Sports
School Mascot
Crusaders
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Gateway Christian Academy cost?
Gateway Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $15,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Gateway Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of Gateway Christian Academy is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 79%.
What is Gateway Christian Academy's ranking?
Gateway Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Gateway Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Gateway Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Gateway Christian Academy located?
Gateway Christian Academy is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 12 other private schools located in Northwest.
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Avg. class size: 15 students
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School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
I am a GCA graduate of 2011 and I must say I loved EVERY minute of my education. Many people(parents) are basing their opinion on what their children are saying, news flash folks, kids don't tell the whole story. Yes the school could upgrade and change very minute things, but that's it. I can assure anyone that their child's education AND their child's walk with Christ are the MOST important things to the teachers and administrators, and I can honestly say the faculty care about each and every child and distinguish their specific needs.
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