Tygart Valley Christian Academy vs. Highland Adventist School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
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Advanced Degrees
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Overview
Tygart Valley Christian Academy was founded in 1994 by Dr. Curlie E. Ray.
Tygart Valley Christian Academy is a yearly registered Exemption K School with the West Virginia State Department of Education and the National Center for Education in Washington D.C. Fully accredited by the National Association of Private Schools located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Using the Accelerated Christian Education Program/Curriculum, we are a School of Tomorrow, providing a high tech, individualized learning experience.
Our commitment is to provide a Biblically based, educational opportunity to all children.
"Christ Centered, Student Focused" is our motto. If you are looking for a school with strong, Christian academics; safe and caring campus; personal attention; innovative teaching; and a hands-on approach to instruction, please let us tell you more about our school.
Weekly STEAM program for students in all grade levels.
We partner with parents to produce graduates with outstanding Christian leadership skills, lifetime fitness habits, strong academic abilities, and Christian values. A free admission packet is available upon request.
Grades Offered
1-12
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
n/a
Learning Difference Programs
No
n/a
Year Founded
1994
1988
Students Body
Total Students
159 students
48 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
-
6%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
-
3
Grade 1 Students
6
1
Grade 2 Students
7
-
Grade 3 Students
5
6
Grade 4 Students
8
2
Grade 5 Students
10
2
Grade 6 Students
12
5
Grade 7 Students
15
3
Grade 8 Students
8
10
Grade 9 Students
22
5
Grade 10 Students
12
6
Grade 11 Students
30
4
Grade 12 Students
24
1
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
6 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
10%
67%
Average Class Size
15
8
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:53
1:8
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
(Modest, simple business casual)
(Modest, simple business casual)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$210
$3,900
Tuition Notes
Tuition includes books and transportation fee.
Tuition varies depending on grade level.
Work study available. Students may qualify for needs-based scholarships and should apply early.
% on Financial Aid
n/a
15%
Average Financial Aid Grant
n/a
$500
Acceptance Rate
100%
75%
Admissions Director
Maureen Ray
Cheryl Jacko
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10
7
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
n/a
5
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
n/a
Highland Chorus, Highland String Orchestra, Outdoor Skills Training Program, Pathfinders (Coeducational scouting), Student Association