The New Community School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked VA School
School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: 5-12
Enrollment: 242 students
Yearly Tuition: $38,500
Average class size: 6 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

The New Community School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS)
Southern Association of Independent Schools
Association of LD Schools (ALDS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 5-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The New Community School
5	13
6	21
7	31
8	40
9	43
10	36
11	31
12	27

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia and related learning differences

Year Founded

1974

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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Student Body

Total Students

242 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

19%

State avg.: 31%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

57 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

67%

Average Class Size

6 students

Number of AP Courses

2 courses

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$38,500

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Summer Program Cost Notes

Costs vary by course

% on Financial Aid

30%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Ashlyn Hudson

Admissions Associate

Brianne Lendrim

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

Track and FieldVolleyball

Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

6 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

National Honor SocietyNational Thespian Society

Various Clubs

Arts and Music Programs:

DramaMusic

Visual Arts

School Notes

Our Mission: The New Community School empowers bright, talented students who are challenged by dyslexia and related learning differences.
The innovative and research-based college preparatory curriculum uses a customized educational approach to build skills in language and math and to foster academic and personal strengths igniting the passions and gifts of unique minds.

TNCS offers a college preparation curriculum for 5th - 12th grade students
Enrollment is approximately 240students
100% College Acceptance
Average class size: 2.4 (Language Fundamentals classes for remediation of reading, writing, spelling); 6.7 (academic classes)
Vibrant athletics, arts, and electives programs support personal and community growth
Customized and ever-evolving advisory system that empowers the strengths of each unique mind
Over 50% of teachers have master`s degrees or above
An 8.5 acre open campus located in one of Richmond, Virginia`s historic districts
Please visithttp://tncs.org/admissions/how-to-apply/ for more information about the TNCS admissions process.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The New Community School cost?

The New Community School's tuition is approximately $38,500 for private students.

Does The New Community School offer a summer program?

Yes, The New Community School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does The New Community School offer?

The New Community School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. The New Community School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for most sports offered.

What is The New Community School's ranking?

The New Community 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 New Community School?

The application deadline for The New Community School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is The New Community School located?

The New Community School is located in the Bellevue neighborhood of Richmond, VA.

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The average private school tuition in Richmond, VA is $18,255 for elementary schools and $22,060 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Richmond, VA is 63% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).