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Afton Christian School

9357 Critzers Shop Road
Afton, VA 22920
Afton Christian School is a ministry of Church of the Blue Ridge.
Its purpose is to provide a Bible-based curriculum that will be taught in a Christ-centered environment.
The curriculum will incorporate the Virginia Standards of Learning, with a strong emphasis placed on developing both a foundation for academic excellence and good character training.
It will focus on spiritual and academic disciplines which will develop students into life-long learners who are devoted followers of Christ.
Emphasis will be placed on Christian conduct and values that will encourage students to make conscientious life choices.
Christian decision making, logical thinking skills and creative thinking will be used to help students develop to their fullest potential and to develop a Christ-like self image.
Afton Christian School realizes that its program cannot be successful without the support and involvement of its parents.
The school will work as a bridge to help support the Christian home.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 50 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12

Student Body

Total Students
50 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Afton Christian School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Afton Christian School is a ministry of Church of the Blue Ridge.
  • Its purpose is to provide a Bible-based curriculum that will be taught in a Christ-centered environment.
  • The curriculum will incorporate the Virginia Standards of Learning, with a strong emphasis placed on developing both a foundation for academic excellence and good character training.
  • It will focus on spiritual and academic disciplines which will develop students into life-long learners who are devoted followers of Christ.
  • Emphasis will be placed on Christian conduct and values that will encourage students to make conscientious life choices.
  • Christian decision making, logical thinking skills and creative thinking will be used to help students develop to their fullest potential and to develop a Christ-like self image.
  • Afton Christian School realizes that its program cannot be successful without the support and involvement of its parents.
  • The school will work as a bridge to help support the Christian home.
Source: Verified school update

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

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 50 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Virginia is $13,759 for elementary schools and $18,168 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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