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Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy

1449 Hendricks Store Rd. Moneta, VA 24121

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked VA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 496 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,000
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy Photo #1 - Girls Basketball photo from day two of our first camp ever.
Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy Photo #2 - A diploma from SMLCA is truly a prize worth working towards.
Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy Photo #3 - Opening day photo for the 15/16 school year.
Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy Photo #4 - Micailah Gary 's Graduation. She attended SMLCA longer than any other student to date.
Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy Photo #5 - Ospreynation is a close knit family.
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked VA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 496 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,000
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Motto
SMLCA exists to prepare Students for Today, Tomorrow, and Eternity.

Student Body

Total Students
496 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
17 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki or Navy Bottoms and Polo Shirt

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Scholarships available
% on Financial Aid
33%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,500
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Lincoln Bryan
Admissions Associate
Annette Bryan
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Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
SGAYearbook


Club or Organization:
chess


Arts and Music Programs:
choir

School Notes

  • SMLCA exist to prepare students for Today, Tomorrow and Eternity.
  • Academic excellence with a Biblical worldview.
  • Athletics with grace and determination. Art and music with passion and beauty.
  • Infant ( 12 weeks) through 12th Grade.
  • Excellent curriculum
  • Creative electives
  • Spanish K-2 through Spanish 4
  • Superb teaching staff.
  • Chromebooks for each high school student.
  • Choirs and band
  • Ipad cart
  • Chess club
  • Mission trips and service projects
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy cost?
Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $7,000 for private students and $150 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 82%.
What sports does Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy offer?
Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy offers 8 interscholastic sports: Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy's ranking?
Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

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I am very pleased with the academic and ethical values instilled at SMLCA. INTEGRITY INSTITUTE is just one facet of the extra attention and love that my daughter embodies from her exposure to the low teacher-student ratios. And, we have the freedom to Pray and say the Pledge to our country. Smlca is an affiliate school of Renewanation.
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The average private school tuition in Virginia is $14,733 for elementary schools and $18,294 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Virginia is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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