Tidewater Christian Academy (2026-27 Profile)

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Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 64 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,432
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Tidewater Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Seventh Day Adventist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Tidewater Christian Academy
Pre-K	8
Kind	8
1	8
2	8
3	6
4	5
5	5
6	6
7	5
8	5

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Pre-K to grade 2 steady enrollment holds at 8 students in Pre-K, kindergarten, and grade 1, then falls to 5 by grades 4, 5, 7, and 8.

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1966

Student Body

Total Students

64 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

71%

State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

4 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

16 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

School Uniform

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists (Education) (GCSDAC)
Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS)
National Council for Private School Accreditation (NCPSA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,432

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Tuition Notes

Limited Scholarships/Financial Aid Available

% on Financial Aid

50%

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 85%

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

1 sport

Sports

Intramural Sports Only

School Notes

Tidewater Christian Academy (TCA) has long established itself as a building block to academic achievement in Christian education.
TCA offers academic instruction with an emphasis on excellence in general studies, character education and Christian service. Although most students are members of the Seventh-day Adventist faith, all students who meet basic admission requirements are enrolled without regard to religion, gender or race.
A diverse school body, TCA is comprised of individuals from multiple cultural backgrounds.
The atmosphere at TCA is one of unity and acceptance. The Tidewater Christian Academy (TCA) provides students with the opportunity to develop a Christian character and to prepare them for effective, lifelong service to their church, community and society through a comprehensive K-8 curriculum.

New students must complete an in-person interview with the Principal. New students must also complete and in-person assessment to determine accurate placement and/or support. New students may also be asked to meet with the classroom teacher.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Tidewater Christian Academy cost?

Tidewater Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $8,432 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Tidewater Christian Academy?

The acceptance rate of Tidewater Christian Academy is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 82%.

What sports does Tidewater Christian Academy offer?

Tidewater Christian Academy offers 1 interscholastic sports: Intramural Sports Only.

When is the application deadline for Tidewater Christian Academy?

The application deadline for Tidewater Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Tidewater Christian Academy located?

Tidewater Christian Academy is located in the Greenbrier East neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 9 other private schools located in Greenbrier East.