The Discovery School Of Virginia for Boys and the Discovery School of Virginia for Girls serve young people who are experiencing emotional, behavioral, and learning problems.
The 318 acre boys program and 150 acre girls program are located on separate campuses in the rolling uplands of central Virginia.
The Discovery Schools use a group problem-solving process and the natural environment to promote a student's overall positive development.
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild/Moderate Learning Differences, Emotional/Behavioral Disorders, Other Health Impaired
Year Founded
1998
Student Body
Total Students
51 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
36%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
5 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$60,000
Admissions Director
Don Williams
Admissions Associate
Mike Forman
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Discovery School Of Virginia cost?
The Discovery School Of Virginia's tuition is approximately $60,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for The Discovery School Of Virginia?
The application deadline for The Discovery School Of Virginia is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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4744 James Madison Hwy
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(434) 842-4406
Fork Union, VA 23055
(434) 842-4406
19.4 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 221 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
273 Mayo Drive
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(434) 985-2811
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(434) 985-2811
44.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 158 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
200 Military Dr
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(800) 432-2480
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(800) 432-2480
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Gr: 7-12 | 186 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 13 Tuition listed
255 South Wayne Avenue
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(540) 946-7700
Waynesboro, VA 22980
(540) 946-7700
35.3 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 150 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
614 South Main St.
Woodstock, VA 22664
(540) 459-2167
Woodstock, VA 22664
(540) 459-2167
86.6 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 113 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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4744 James Madison Hwy
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(434) 842-4406
Fork Union, VA 23055
(434) 842-4406
19.4 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 221 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
200 Military Dr
Chatham, VA 24531
(800) 432-2480
Chatham, VA 24531
(800) 432-2480
71.3 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 186 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 13 Tuition listed
255 South Wayne Avenue
Waynesboro, VA 22980
(540) 946-7700
Waynesboro, VA 22980
(540) 946-7700
35.3 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 150 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
614 South Main St.
Woodstock, VA 22664
(540) 459-2167
Woodstock, VA 22664
(540) 459-2167
86.6 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 113 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
235 W Frederick St
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(540) 885-0356
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 885-0356
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(804) 282-3185
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108 Yogaville Way
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(434) 969-4383
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(434) 969-4383
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(434) 983-4810
Dillwyn, VA 23936
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31139 N James Madison Hwy
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(434) 581-3874
New Canton, VA 23123
(434) 581-3874
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(434) 842-4406
Fork Union, VA 23055
(434) 842-4406
19.4 miles
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Bear Creek Academy
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(804) 492-9940
Cumberland, VA 23040
(804) 492-9940
19.9 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 11 students Avg. class size: 8 students
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Calvary Christian School
(Christian)
31139 N James Madison Hwy
New Canton, VA 23123
(434) 581-3874
New Canton, VA 23123
(434) 581-3874
12.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 62 students
4744 James Madison Hwy
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(434) 842-4406
Fork Union, VA 23055
(434) 842-4406
19.4 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 221 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bear Creek Academy
Special Education School
1874 Anderson Highway Building A
Cumberland, VA 23040
(804) 492-9940
Cumberland, VA 23040
(804) 492-9940
19.9 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 11 students Avg. class size: 8 students
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1916 Redfields Rd
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-7373
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-7373
23.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 78 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
169 Police Tower Road
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-2345
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-2345
24.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 111 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 Tuition listed
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Central Virginia Christian School
(Christian)
164 Industrial Park Rd
Dillwyn, VA 23936
(434) 983-4810
Dillwyn, VA 23936
(434) 983-4810
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 139 students
Calvary Christian School
(Christian)
31139 N James Madison Hwy
New Canton, VA 23123
(434) 581-3874
New Canton, VA 23123
(434) 581-3874
12.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 62 students
4744 James Madison Hwy
Fork Union, VA 23055
(434) 842-4406
Fork Union, VA 23055
(434) 842-4406
19.4 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 221 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bear Creek Academy
Special Education School
1874 Anderson Highway Building A
Cumberland, VA 23040
(804) 492-9940
Cumberland, VA 23040
(804) 492-9940
19.9 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 11 students Avg. class size: 8 students
Appomattox Christian Academy ![Appomattox Christian Academy Photo - Shakespeare - Midsummer Night's Dream - performed by the Upper Students at Appomattox Christian Academy.]( "Appomattox Christian Academy Photo - Shakespeare - Midsummer Night's Dream - performed by the Upper Students at Appomattox Christian Academy.")
(Episcopal)
1916 Redfields Rd
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-7373
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-7373
23.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 78 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Central Virginia Christian School
(Christian)
164 Industrial Park Rd
Dillwyn, VA 23936
(434) 983-4810
Dillwyn, VA 23936
(434) 983-4810
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 139 students
Appomattox Christian Academy ![Appomattox Christian Academy Photo - Shakespeare - Midsummer Night's Dream - performed by the Upper Students at Appomattox Christian Academy.]( "Appomattox Christian Academy Photo - Shakespeare - Midsummer Night's Dream - performed by the Upper Students at Appomattox Christian Academy.")
(Episcopal)
1916 Redfields Rd
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-7373
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-7373
23.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 78 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
605 Fuqua Dr
Farmville, VA 23901
(434) 392-4131
Farmville, VA 23901
(434) 392-4131
24.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 235 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
169 Police Tower Road
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-2345
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-2345
24.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 111 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 Tuition listed
175 Hickory St
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 220-7330
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 220-7330
26.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 765 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
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Appomattox County High School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
198 Evergreen Avenue
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-7146
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-7146
9103.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 731 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
185 Learning Lane
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-5766
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-5766
9103.6 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 609 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Appomattox Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
176 Kids Place
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-7463
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-7463
9103.7 miles
Gr: 3-5 | 539 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Appomattox Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2020 Church St
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-8257
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-8257
9103.7 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 542 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Tye River Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5198 Thomas Nelson Hwy
Arrington, VA 22922
(434) 263-8960
Arrington, VA 22922
(434) 263-8960
9106.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 360 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
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