Blue Ridge Montessori School vs. James River Day School
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School Overview
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Overview
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Our Mission James River Day School cultivates intellectual curiosity and strength of character in a joyful community.
For over 50 years, James River has provided its students with amazing academic and athletic opportunities while recognizing the need to honor the sanctity of childhood.
Our mission statement reflects the purpose of James River Day School, which is to serve students during their critical years of development while on campus and beyond.
Grades Offered
PK-K
K-8
Blue Ribbon School
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No
Learning Difference Programs
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Yes
Learning Programs Supported
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Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1985
1971
Students Body
Total Students
136 students
260 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
8%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
40
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Pre-K Students
82
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Kindergarten Students
14
26
Grade 1 Students
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22
Grade 2 Students
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31
Grade 3 Students
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28
Grade 4 Students
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30
Grade 5 Students
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29
Grade 6 Students
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33
Grade 7 Students
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35
Grade 8 Students
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26
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
37 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
75%
51%
Average Class Size
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14
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
7:1
List of Courses Offered
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Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
May. 1 / Jul. 31 / rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$10,000
$16,400
Tuition Notes
Please call 434-525-0061 for tuition information
Lower School- 16400
Middle School- 17200
% on Financial Aid
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28%
Acceptance Rate
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70%
Admissions Director
Kathleen Olinger
W. Matthew Farley
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3
5
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
7
2
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
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Recreational Athletic Programs:
Photography ClubQuest Club - STEAM program
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClassesMusic Class
Spanish Language Program
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Archery ClubPhysical Education
Club or Organization:
Math Counts TeamRobotics Team