The Jackson-Feild Homes Foundation was established on September 22, 1997 as an independent, non-profit corporation in Richmond, Virginia.
The Foundation exists solely to support, promote and advance activities which carry the charitable and educational purposes of Jackson-Feild Homes (founded in 1855).
School's mission is to provide high-quality therapeutic, residential, educational, and community-based services, we equip children to lead independent, productive lives.
It also provides funds for special and capital projects that improve the quality of life for our needy, neglected, abused and at-risk children.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-11
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Jackson-feild Bhs-gwaltney School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
Student Body
Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
70%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Jackson-feild Bhs-gwaltney School?
The application deadline for Jackson-feild Bhs-gwaltney School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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