The Covenant School is a non-denominational, college-preparatory, day school offering a Christian Liberal Arts and Sciences curriculum to 730 students in Pre-K through Grade 12.
Our Christian Liberal Arts and Sciences education calls students to a broad range of study, encompassing literature, history, math, science, and the arts.
We invite students to live a life of virtue founded upon the truths of the Christian faith and challenge them to live a life consistent with those things.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked VA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 759 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Covenant 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
1985
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Total Students
759 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
55%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
7 courses
AP/Advanced Courses
AP Calculus ABAP Calculus BC
AP Statistics
Average SAT score
1258
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
25
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Pre-K Half Day $13,600
Pre-K Full Day $15,100
Grades K-5 $19,900
Grades 6-8 $23,150
Grades 9-12 $23,800
% on Financial Aid
45%
Admissions Director
Betsy Carter
Admissions Associate
Amanda Brown
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Clubs
Club or Organization:
Community Service Projects
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama Productions
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
- Two campuses: the Birdwood Campus that houses our Lower School (Pre-K - Grade 5) is located in downtown Charlottesville and the Hickory Campus that houses our Middle and Upper Schools (Grades 6-12) is conveniently located in Albemarle County.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does The Covenant School offer?
The Covenant School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball and Wrestling. The Covenant School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for most sports offered.
What is The Covenant School's ranking?
The Covenant 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 Covenant School?
The application deadline for The Covenant School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Location
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Quick Facts
2132 Ivy Road
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 296-5106
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 296-5106
2.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 798 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
279 Tandem Lane
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 296-1303
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 296-1303
1.4 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 244 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition listed
1000 Samuel Miller Loop
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 826-4805
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 826-4805
10.2 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 250 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1232 Stoney Ridge Road
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 296-6901
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 296-6901
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 233 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
120 Waldorf Sshool Road
Charlottesville, VA 22901
(434) 973-4946
Charlottesville, VA 22901
(434) 973-4946
4.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 115 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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