Richmond Academy serves 116 students in grades Prekindergarten-12. The student:teacher of Richmond Academy is 11:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Seventh Day Adventist.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Average class size: 100 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Richmond Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
116 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
65%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
100 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- School Motto: Cultivating curious and caring life-long learners, RTA promotes the finest blend of academic development in a nurturing Jewish environment.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Richmond Academy?
The application deadline for Richmond Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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