The purpose of Star Bethlehem Christian Academy is to equip students with the best academic Christian education by providing comprehensive instruction in core subjects.
We are dedicated to teaching divine principles of trust, loyalty, obedience, helpfulness, courtesy, kindness, cleanliness, and a host of other life long Godly attributes.
As a Christian school, students are taught the love of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, His Gospel, and His doctrine.
Our goal is to become a premiere Christian school reaching, teaching, and unleashing our future leaders.
By training boys and girls in a program study that is Christ-centered and Bible-based, it is our desire to cultivate a safe Christian environment for life-long learning.
SBCA offers an enjoyable learning experience and tender loving care for children that will hopefully encourage them to grow spiritually, intellectually, socially, and physically.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Average class size: 6 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Star Bethlehem Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Year Founded
1985
Student Body
Total Students
52 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
6 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Basic tuition is listed. There are additional fees
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Shirley Williams
Admissions Associate
Barbara Fortenberry
School Notes
- School Motto: For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, and the edifying of the body of Christ.
- The purpose of Star Bethlehem Christian Academy is to equip students with the best academic Christian education by providing comprehensive instruction in core subjects. We are dedicated to teaching divine principles of trust, loyalty, obedience, helpfulness, courtesy, kindness, cleanliness, and a host of other life long Godly attributes. As a Christian school, students are taught the love of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, His Gospel, and His doctrine. Our goal is to become a premiere Christian school reaching, teaching, and unleashing our future leaders. By training boys and girls in a program study that is Christ-centered and Bible-based, it is our desire to cultivate a safe Christian environment for life-long learning. SBCA offers an enjoyable learning experience and tender loving care for children that will hopefully encourage them to grow spiritually, intellectually, socially, and physically.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Star Bethlehem Christian Academy often compared to?
Star Bethlehem Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Calvary Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Star Bethlehem Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of Star Bethlehem Christian Academy is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
When is the application deadline for Star Bethlehem Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Star Bethlehem Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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