Temple Christian School offers a fully accredited K4-12th grade program that emphasizes Biblical absolutism, moral integrity and academic excellence.
At Temple Christian School our students don’t “fit in,” they “stand out!” The mission of Temple Christian School is to provide a Christ-centered, academically thorough education, whereby students find a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a fulfilled life through a program of excellence, that leads them to develop a receptive and obedient heart for the Word and work of God in their lives.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Temple Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
Campus Size
49
School Motto
Expanding the Mind, Energizing the Heart, Enriching the Life.
Student Body
Total Students
313 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
2 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Full dress code
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by grade level and by number of family members enrolled.
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Set Apart Girls' Club, Theater/Drama, Yearbook
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Temple Christian School offer?
Temple Christian School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Temple Christian School's ranking?
Temple Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Temple Christian School?
The application deadline for Temple Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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