Huntingdon Valley Christian Academy

Huntingdon Valley Christian Academy was established in 1969 under the name Greater Philadelphia Junior Academy, as a regional school to provide Christ-centered education for the children of Greater Philadelphia Seventh-day Adventist Churches.
Huntingdon Valley Christian Academy is part of the Seventh-day Adventist educational system.
As such, HVCA operates on the belief that education involves more than the pursuit of a certain course of study.
It means more than the preparation for the present life.
Education has to do with the whole being and with the whole period of existence possible to man.
Through Christ and His Spirit, God determined to restore humanity from its lost state.
Through the Bible, He has revealed His will to the world, a revelation that supersedes human reason.
Huntingdon Valley Christian Academy's primary purpose is to bring students to an understanding and acceptance of God's plan of salvation and restoration through Jesus Christ.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-9
  • Enrollment: 78 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,900
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Huntingdon Valley Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
20

Student Body

Total Students
78 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
95%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Huntingdon Valley Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: We RESPECT God, our fellowmen, our environment, and our bodies.
  • Huntingdon Valley Christian Academy was established in 1969 under the name Greater Philadelphia Junior Academy, as a regional school to provide Christ-centered education for the children of Greater Philadelphia Seventh-day Adventist Churches. Huntingdon Valley Christian Academy is part of the Seventh-day Adventist educational system. As such, HVCA operates on the belief that education involves more than the pursuit of a certain course of study. It means more than the preparation for the present life. Education has to do with the whole being and with the whole period of existence possible to man. Through Christ and His Spirit, God determined to restore humanity from its lost state. Through the Bible, He has revealed His will to the world, a revelation that supersedes human reason. Huntingdon Valley Christian Academy's primary purpose is to bring students to an understanding and acceptance of God's plan of salvation and restoration through Jesus Christ.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Huntingdon Valley Christian Academy cost?
Huntingdon Valley Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $6,900 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Huntingdon Valley Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Huntingdon Valley Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-9
  • Enrollment: 78 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,900
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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