VA Beach school offers ADHD support with a 10:1 student to teacher ratio.
Cape Henry Collegiate is Virginia Beach's oldest accredited PreK-12 college-preparatory school, established in 1924 and serving approximately 1,100 students on a 30-acre campus near the Atlantic Ocean. As a coeducational, independent, nonsectarian school, it offers a challenging academic curriculum responsive to individual needs, supported by a strong honor code and a 10:1 student-to-teacher ratio. The school is particularly noted for its support of students with learning differences, including those with ADHD and mild learning disabilities.
The educational environment emphasizes cooperation among students, parents, and faculty, ensuring every student is known, valued, and challenged. With 70% of faculty holding advanced degrees and an average class size of 15, the school provides a structured yet supportive setting. The diverse student body includes 25% students of color, fostering an inclusive community within a residential area.
Cape Henry Collegiate offers rolling admissions with additional deadlines in March and June, and accepts approximately 25% of students through financial aid. The school is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools and consistently achieves high college readiness, with 100% of graduates attending four-year universities. For specific program details, tuition variations by division, and admission inquiries, families can contact the admissions office at (757) 481-2446.
At a Glance
GradesPrekindergarten-12
Students1097
Class Size15:1 ratio
Tuition$24,000
Fin. Aid25% receive aid
Est.1924
DeadlineMar. 1 / Jun. 1 / rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Other special emphasis association(s)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS), National Association of College Admissions Counselors, Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1924 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $24,000 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition rates vary by division. Please see:, capehenrycollegiate.org |
| Total Students | 1097 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 120 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 70 |
| Average Class Size | 15 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Brooke Hummel |
| Admissions Associate | Angie Finley |
| Admission Deadline | Mar. 1 / Jun. 1 / rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 25 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $12,000 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 25 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
ex. ADHDLanguage-based or Mild Learning Differences
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Cheering · Crew · Cross Country · Dance · Field Hockey · Golf · Lacrosse · Soccer · Softball · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball · Weightlifting · Winter Track · Wrestling · Show More (2) · Hide |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Other special emphasis association(s) · National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) · National Association of College Admissions Counselors · Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.capehenrycollegiate.org/calendar |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Average SAT Score | 1270 |
| Average ACT Score | 26 |
Contact the school
(757) 481-24461320 Mill Dam Rd, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23454
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