The mission of Tappahannock Junior Academy, established in 1966, is to provide spiritual, emotional, physical, social and intellectual learning with Jesus as the center.
Education is offered for pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The curriculum includes reading, science, math, music, art, spelling, computer, language arts, social studies, and physical education.
After-school care is also provided for working parents. In addition, the school features an annual snow-skiing/snow-boarding program for students.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,000
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Tappahannock Junior Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
24 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
41%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniforms Required
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
A Registration Fee of $350 - $425
Admissions Director
Mrs. Kim Petersen
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
School Notes
- All new students admitted into Tappahannock Junior Academy must go through an interview with the Principal and take a placement test. The WRAT test is currently used for students in grades 1 - 8 and the Gesell Assessment is used for studens in Pre K - 1st grade.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Tappahannock Junior Academy cost?
Tappahannock Junior Academy's tuition is approximately $4,000 for private students.
What sports does Tappahannock Junior Academy offer?
Tappahannock Junior Academy offers 1 interscholastic sports: Snowboarding.
When is the application deadline for Tappahannock Junior Academy?
The application deadline for Tappahannock Junior Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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