Christchurch School (Top Ranked �� School for 2025-26)

49 Seahorse Lane
Christchurch, VA 23031

Tel: (804) 542-6843

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Christchurch School Photo #1 - Christchurch is recognized for rigorous academics and a well-rounded college prep program. 100% of Christchurch students are accepted to four-year colleges, with the majority attending universities on the U.S. News & World Report's top 150 list.

Christchurch School Photo #2 - "Set your course at the river." Established in the Episcopal tradition, Christchurch is inclusive, welcoming students and families of all faiths and backgrounds.

Christchurch School Photo #3 - A 125-acre waterfront campus on the Rappahannock River in the Chesapeake Bay watershed allows Christchurch School to offer an educational experience and a lifestyle found at no other school in the United States. The academic schedule is similar to a college schedule, with classes beginning at 9 a.m.

Christchurch School Photo #4 - Christchurch's innovative "Great Journeys" curriculum takes full advantage of the school's riverfront location. The river and historic Tidewater area serve as a living classroom where students participate in hands-on learning that is not duplicated by any other school. Applying the skills they learn to solve problems at the river prepares students to solve problems in the larger world.

Christchurch School Photo #5 - Sports are an integral part of the Christchurch experience. Every student has an opportunity to play, from aspiring college athletes to those who just want to hit the field for fun.

Christchurch School Photo #6 - An excellent education isn't limited to academics. Christchurch's co-curricular activities support and complement the academic program, while creating balance for students by encouraging them to develop interests outside of schoolwork.

Christchurch School Photo #7 - In addition to rigorous course material, students learn to collaborate, problem solve, and use evolving technology as a creative tool. Students develop the critical thinking skills that prepare them for college courses and careers, including those that don't yet exist. In a world that is rapidly changing, Christchurch School teaches students how to navigate those changes with confidence.

Christchurch School Photo #8 - Approximately 25% of Christchurch students benefit from the Learning Skills Program, the first program of its kind at a Virginia boarding school. Trained faculty offer specific learning and organizational strategies, in addition to study skills that prepare these students for academic success, often at a level they did not imagine possible.

Christchurch School Photo #9 - Christchurch residence halls are a welcoming home away from home, a place where friends live, study, and relax together. Students gain new sense of independence living away from mom and dad, but can rest assured that dorm parents will be available 24/7 to help with everything from coping with homesickness to how to do laundry.

Christchurch School Photo #10 - The arts at Christchurch School help each student find his or her unique voice and share that voice confidently with the world.

LOCATED ON THE SCENIC RAPPAHANNOCK RIVER, an hour east of Richmond, Virginia.

Christchurch School is an Episcopal boarding and day school for students in grades 9-12.

Our average enrollment is 200, with 70% boarding and 30% day.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

Top Ranked VA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 210 students
Yearly Tuition: $64,900
Acceptance rate: 73%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Christchurch School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
National Association of College Admissions Counselors
Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS)

Religious Affiliation

Episcopal

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1921

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

210 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

16%

State avg.: 31%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

33 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

81%

Average Class Size

12 students

List of Courses Offered

Advanced Courses

and FictionFilm

Honors BiologyHonors Ecological Research

Honors Humanities 10Honors Humanities 11

Honors Humanities 12Honors Humanities 9

Honors Integrated Science 10Honors Integrated Science 11

Honors Integrated Science 12Honors Integrated Science 9

Honors Language and Composition 10Honors Language and Composition 11

Honors Language and Composition 12Honors Language and Composition 9

Honors Literature and StorytellingHonors QR Analysis of Change

Honors QR Investigations and Calculus 1Honors QR Investigations and Calculus 2

Honors SpanishHonors Spanish Seminar: Environment

Honors Spanish Seminar: Food/Art/Music/CultureIntegrated Science 9 Honors

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Casual, neat; collared shirt, khaki style pants/shorts

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$64,900

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Tuition Notes

$25,500 day $64,900 boarding $64,500 international

% on Financial Aid

57%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$31,180

Acceptance Rate

73%

National avg.: 81%

Admissions Director

Billy Burlee

Admissions Associate

Aaron Alter

Endowment Size

$6 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

10 sports

Sports

VolleyballWinter Track

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

12 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Adventure TripsNational Honor Society

Student Community CouncilSustainability Club

Club or Organization:

Chess ClubDEIB

MakerSpaceModel UN

River and OutdoorSports Media

Student Ambassadors

Arts and Music Programs:

Visual and Performing Arts

School Notes

CHRISTCHURCH IS THE PLACE for students who aren't challenged by or satisfied with a one-size-fits-all education, and families who believe that learning should mean more than just taking a test.
CHRISTCHURCH PROVIDES A CHALLENGING, YET NURTURING ENVIRONMENT in which students are encouraged to explore their current interests and their future potential.Christchurch helps students clarify what they want and where they want to go, and then helps them develop the skills and formulate the plan that will get them there.
STUDENTS DISCOVER SKILLS, APTITUDES, AND TALENTS they didn't know they had.They come to realize and understand their own intrinisic value, and the tremendous value they bring to their school, to the community, and to the world.
THE ULTIMATE PAYOFF from a Christchurch education is more than just earning a diploma or being accepted into the right college.CHRISTCHURCH SCHOOL IS THE PLACE and the experience where your best possible future begins.Set YOUR course at the river.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- William Styron - Pulitzer Prize Winner
- Lewis B. Puller, Jr. - Pulitzer Prize Winner
- Malcolm Campbell - Former Publisher, SPIN Magazine
- Vincent Canby - Chief Film Critic, New York Times
- Bill Broaddus - Former Attorney General, Commonwealth of Virginia
- John Craine, Jr. - President, SUNY Maritime College
- Alec Faulkner - Player, Valentine FC (pro soccer)
- Devin Robinson - Player, Washington Wizards (NBA)
- Pat Young - Player, Charlotte Hounds (pro lacrosse)

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Christchurch School cost?

Christchurch School's tuition is approximately $64,900 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Christchurch School?

The acceptance rate of Christchurch School is 73%, which is lower than the national average of 78%.

Who are famous alumni from Christchurch School?

Christchurch School famous alumni include: William Styron, Lewis B. Puller, Jr., Malcolm Campbell, Vincent Canby, Bill Broaddus, John Craine, Jr., Alec Faulkner, Devin Robinson and Pat Young.

What sports does Christchurch School offer?

Christchurch School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Swimming, Volleyball and Winter Track. Christchurch School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for most sports offered.

What is Christchurch School's ranking?

Christchurch School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Christchurch School?

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

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