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 Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,900
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Huntingdon Valley Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Year Founded
1969
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
20 acres
Student Body
Total Students
78 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
95%
State avg.: 27%
Students 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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2364 Huntingdon Pike
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
(215) 947-4581
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
(215) 947-4581
2.6 miles
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(267) 405-7070
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