Grace Christian School's mission is to assist Christian parents by providing a sound academic education in a Christ-centered environment designed to prepare our young people to know God and to live in obedience to His will for their lives.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,150
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Grace Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild to moderate learning disabilities, ADHD accommodations, mild developmental delays, accommodations for physical disabilities such as CP
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
328 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
4 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Advanced Placement Courses: English 11, English 12, Dual Enrollment Courses: U.S. Government, Computer, Honors Courses: English 9, 10, 11, 12;, Honors Courses: English 9,10, Physics, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Spanish III, World Geography, World History, U.S. History
Average SAT score
1230
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Preschool $2,585-4,307, Pre-K $4,307, Kindergarten - Grade 6 $8,150, Grades 7-12 $8,500 (multiple child discounts & full-time pastor discounts available)
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir Grades 2-12, Drama, Music Lessons
Choir Grades 2-12, Drama, Music Lessons
School Notes
- Grace Christian School was founded in 1980 based on the conviction that children from Christian families should receive an education rooted in the Christian worldview. This school year, we have 346 students from Preschool through 12th grade, with each level stressing Christian virtues and academic excellence. We serve 200 families from a three-county radius.Grace Christian School is accredited by the Association of Christian School Internation (ACSI, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), as well as Virginia Council for Private Education (VCPE).
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Grace (Morrison) Guedet (1993) -
- Bill Sterrett (1995) -
- Krista (Summers) Singleton (1997) -
- Jody (Bailey) Ledezma (1997) -
- Katie (Summers) Crews (1999) -
- Michael Gilbert (1999) -
- EJ Wall (2001) -
- Katie (Quillen) Santana (2003) -
- Ashley (Branch) Fish (2003) -
- Jessie (Mims) Deleon (2004) -
- Kathryn Rawley (2004) -
- Sara Quillen (2006) -
- Carly Kinder (2007) -
- Chad Gery (2007) -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Grace Christian School cost?
Grace Christian School's tuition is approximately $8,150 for private students.
What schools are Grace Christian School often compared to?
Grace Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Stuart Hall School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Grace Christian School?
Grace Christian School famous alumni include: Grace (Morrison) Guedet (1993), Bill Sterrett (1995), Krista (Summers) Singleton (1997), Jody (Bailey) Ledezma (1997), Katie (Summers) Crews (1999), Michael Gilbert (1999), EJ Wall (2001), Katie (Quillen) Santana (2003), Ashley (Branch) Fish (2003), Jessie (Mims) Deleon (2004), Kathryn Rawley (2004), Sara Quillen (2006), Carly Kinder (2007) and Chad Gery (2007).
What sports does Grace Christian School offer?
Grace Christian School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is Grace Christian School's ranking?
Grace Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Grace Christian School?
The application deadline for Grace Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 11/4/2024
I just love Grace Christian School. They have the best coaches, teachers, and classmates. No complaints about this school!
5 3/8/2022
I go to Grace Christian School in Staunton, VA. I love it there and I have no complaints. All the teachers and coaches are amazing.
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