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Tualatin Valley Academy

Tualatin Valley Academy (TVA) is a private Christian school funded by parents, the Oregon Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, and eight local SDA churches.
It is accredited by the Northwest Accrediting Council which is now part of AdvancedEd, the National Council for Private School Accreditation, and by the Adventist Accrediting Association. Students are encouraged to develop personal responsibility in how they treat themselves and others.
The staff strives to provide a positive, safe environment where students grow academically, and develop thinking and decision-making skills while building Christian character.
Tualatin Valley Academy is committed to providing a Christ-centered education that nurtures the individuality of the students within a climate of academic excellence.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked OR School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-11
  • Enrollment: 238 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,975
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Tualatin Valley Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:

School Overview

Student Body

Total Students
238 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Tualatin Valley Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
20 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Dress must be modest, neat, clean, and appropriate.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$7975 to $9550 depending on grade level.
% on Financial Aid
35%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,500
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Christina Orozco-Acosta
Admissions Associate
Office Manager

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Community Service, Student Government

Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Bells, Choir

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Swimming

School Notes

  • Tualatin Valley Academy is a PreK-11th grade Seventh-day Adventist school located in Hillsboro, OR. We are committed to providing quality education in a Christ-filled environment. Our school is part of the world-wide Seventh-day Adventist school network. The Seventh-day Adventist educational system includes elementary and high schools, colleges and universities in countries around the globe.Tualatin Valley Academy was established to provide an excellent educational experience for students within a distinctively Christian environment. We accept students of all backgrounds who are committed to supporting Christian values and the standards on which our school was founded. As part of the largest Protestant educational system in the world, our faculty and staff continue the system wide educational tradition of encouraging and nurturing children to develop and perform at their highest potential spiritually, academically, emotionally, physically, and socially.We offer an affordable, family-oriented, Christian environment for children in pre-school through 9th grade. Our beautiful campus is home to approximately 200 students and provides an ideal learning environment for children from all walks of life.The campus includes a playground that is surrounded by a track and enclosed by trees. A large gymnasium and covered outdoor area provides physical education and play space during all types of weather. The Academy also has a spacious cafeteria, an inviting library, both elementary and upper grade computer labs, an upper grade student lounge, and well-equipped classrooms that have an abundance of natural light. In addition, our program called BASE, Before and After School Experience, provides child care as a service to our working parents. The program is available for students in grades PreK-9th grade whose parent`s work schedules do not make it possible for them to bring or pick up their children at regular school time, or in emergency situations. Accreditation: Tualatin Valley Academy is accredited by the Northwest Accrediting Council which is now part of AdvancedEd, the National Council for Private School Accreditation, and by the Adventist Accrediting Association.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Tualatin Valley Academy cost?
Tualatin Valley Academy's tuition is approximately $7,975 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Tualatin Valley Academy?
The acceptance rate of Tualatin Valley Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 89%.
What sports does Tualatin Valley Academy offer?
Tualatin Valley Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Tualatin Valley Academy's ranking?
Tualatin Valley Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Tualatin Valley Academy?
The application deadline for Tualatin Valley Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked OR School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-11
  • Enrollment: 238 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,975
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Washington County, OR is $10,541 for elementary schools and $18,020 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Washington County, OR is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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