The Carmel School
Our vision at The Carmel School is to become the finest co-educational, independent school in the region by providing challenging and enriching education within a Christian environment.
The mission of The Carmel School is to prepare students for success in our ever-changing world by creating a community supportive of academic, physical, and spiritual growth rooted in Christian values to instill honor and integrity.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,615
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Carmel School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1986
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
266 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
Average Class Size
12 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Advanced Courses
Advanced Placement (AP) Calculus, Advanced Placement (AP) Chemistry, Advanced Placement (AP) Computer Science Principles, Advanced Placement (AP) English Language, Advanced Placement (AP) English Literature, Advanced Placement (AP) Environmental Science, Advanced Placement (AP) Government, Advanced Placement (AP) Human Geography, Advanced Placement (AP) Psychology, Advanced Placement (AP) Spanish, Advanced Placement (AP) Statistics, AP European History
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki or Navy pants/jumpers/skirts and Navy, White or Light blue polos
Khaki or Navy pants/jumpers/skirts and Navy, White or Light blue polos
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition Ranges from 8615 to 10035 based on Lower, Middle or Upper School ages.
Admissions Director
Laura Elsy
Admissions Associate
Matthew Johns
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Middle and Upper School students experience extracurricular involvement as part of the Clubs Program.
Arts and Music Programs:
The Fine Arts are a priority at The Carmel School; we believe that arts education is essential to creating well-rounded citizens. All of our students are exposed to both the visual and performing arts.
Middle and Upper School students experience extracurricular involvement as part of the Clubs Program.
Arts and Music Programs:
The Fine Arts are a priority at The Carmel School; we believe that arts education is essential to creating well-rounded citizens. All of our students are exposed to both the visual and performing arts.
School Notes
- Founded in 1986, The Carmel School's mission is to provide students for success in an ever-changing world by creating a community supportive of academic, physical and spiritual growth rooted in Christian values to instill honor and integrity.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Carmel School cost?
The Carmel School's tuition is approximately $8,615 for private students.
What sports does The Carmel School offer?
The Carmel School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. The Carmel School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for most sports offered.
What is The Carmel School's ranking?
The Carmel School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for The Carmel School?
The application deadline for The Carmel School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 8/21/2019
Great teachers - creative, intelligent, fun and compelling. I enjoy listening to the fun anecdotes my daughter tells us about her days at school. The teachers go out of their way to help students succeed in whatever goals they set for themselves. I am amazed on a daily basis how much time and effort they give to the kids in their care.
5 7/24/2015
Top Notch School! Challenging curriculum.
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