Gateway Christian Academy

It is the mission of Gateway Christian School, in partnership with Christian parents and strong Bible-believing churches, to help children come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, determining to follow His will for their lives.
We believe we can best do this by training them spiritually, academically, socially, and physically to grow in the nurture and admonition of the Lord according to Biblical truth.
Spiritual maturity and academic excellence are the main objectives of Gateway Christian school.
It is the philosophy of GCS that each student who enters our classrooms will be a better student (academically and behaviorally) as they grow in their relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked VA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 312 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12

Student Body

Total Students
312 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
46%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Gateway Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gateway Christian Academy's ranking?
Gateway Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Gateway Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Gateway Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Gateway Christian Academy located?
Gateway Christian Academy is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 12 other private schools located in Northwest.

School Reviews

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I am a GCA graduate of 2011 and I must say I loved EVERY minute of my education. Many people(parents) are basing their opinion on what their children are saying, news flash folks, kids don't tell the whole story. Yes the school could upgrade and change very minute things, but that's it. I can assure anyone that their child's education AND their child's walk with Christ are the MOST important things to the teachers and administrators, and I can honestly say the faculty care about each and every child and distinguish their specific needs.
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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked VA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 312 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Virginia Beach, VA is $11,828 for elementary schools and $16,201 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Virginia Beach, VA is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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