The Covenant School

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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 Stats (2025)

  • 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:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1985
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50

Student Body

Total Students
759 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
The Covenant School Student 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 Courses
7 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Calculus AB, AP 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

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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked VA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 759 students
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Charlottesville, VA is $29,338 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Charlottesville, VA is 67% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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