Cumberland Valley Christian School is accredited by Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, which is the same organization that awards accreditation to all the public schools in the area.
In a school of our size, class rank is the least important of the three, since our classes are smaller than those in the public schools.
CVCS students have been accepted to and have gone on to succeed at Christian and secular colleges and universities. Difficulty, of course, often depends on how much time a student puts into studying for a particular class or how much aptitude a student has for a particular subject.
Overall, however, the courses offered at CVCS are rigorous. We strive to provide courses that are as challenging as or even more challenging than those offered by public schools.
We offer several advanced courses in our regular curriculum, including Advanced Mathematics and Advanced Physics, as well as Chemistry and Calculus.
Those courses are weighted for GPA calculation, and we offer an Honors U.S. History and Honors English class that is also weighted.
Our classes in English and Social Studies, while not weighted, offer students very demanding course work, some of it college-level.
We also provide a variety of online courses, both in regular classes and AP.
We offer dual enrollment opportunities with a variety of colleges, including several college classes that are taught on our campus.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,000
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Cumberland Valley Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1974
Student Body
Total Students
473 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
10 courses
Advanced Courses
A variety of online AP courses, Advanced Mathematics, Advanced Physics, Calculus, Chemistry, Honors Algebra I, Honors Algebra II, Honors English, Honors U.S. History
Average SAT score
1220
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
28
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Polo shirts and khaki pants no jeans
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Varies for grade levels -- from 5400 for K3 to 7000 for junior high and high school
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Admissions Director
Kristin Lundy
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Book Club, Law Club, Mentor Program, Science Club, Serving Our Community, Student Council, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Chapel Praise Team, Choir, Drama, Music Lessons
Book Club, Law Club, Mentor Program, Science Club, Serving Our Community, Student Council, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Chapel Praise Team, Choir, Drama, Music Lessons
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Cumberland Valley Christian School cost?
Cumberland Valley Christian School's tuition is approximately $7,000 for private students.
What schools are Cumberland Valley Christian School often compared to?
Cumberland Valley Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Shalom Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does Cumberland Valley Christian School offer?
Cumberland Valley Christian School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Cumberland Valley Christian School's ranking?
Cumberland Valley Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Cumberland Valley Christian School?
The application deadline for Cumberland Valley Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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