Top 5 Best Lynchburg City Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 12 private schools serving 8,155 students in Lynchburg City, VA (there are 28 public schools, serving 11,133 public students). 42% of all K-12 students in Lynchburg City, VA are educated in private schools (compared to the VA state average of 11%).
The top ranked private schools in Lynchburg City, VA include Virginia Episcopal School, New Covenant Schools and Liberty University Online Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 88%, which is higher than the Virginia private school average acceptance rate of 83%.
50% of private schools in Lynchburg City, VA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal and Christian).

Top Ranked Lynchburg City Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
James River Day School
(2)
5039 Boonsboro Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24503
(434) 384-7385
Grades: K-8
| 245 students
Liberty Christian Academy
Liberty Christian Academy Photo - Come join us on Tuesday, Nov. 6 for coffee with the superintendent at 8:30 then take a tour beginning at 9 am! For more information, please call Amy Saylor at 434-832-2000!
(Baptist)
(3)
3701 Candlers Mountain Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 832-2000
Grades: PK-12
| 1,956 students
Liberty University Online Academy
(Christian)
(1)
1971 University Blvd Mcs Box 710026
Lynchburg, VA 24515
(866) 418-8741
Grades: K-12
| 4,789 students
New Covenant Schools
Special Program Emphasis (Episcopal)
122 Fleetwood Dr
Lynchburg, VA 24501
(434) 847-8313
Grades: PK-12
| 408 students
Virginia Episcopal School
Virginia Episcopal School Photo - Jett Hall is our main building on the VES campus. This original building, constructed in 1916, is where we welcome guests to campus. It houses our administration, Admissions, Development, Marketing and Business offices, holds classrooms and our Day Student Lounge.
(Episcopal)
400 VES Road
Lynchburg, VA 24503
(434) 385-3600
Grades: 9-12
| 234 students
Blue Ridge Montessori School
Montessori School
(3)
1071 Woodberry Square Pl
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 525-0061
Grades: PK-7
| 158 students
The Branches Academy & Early Learning Center
(Pentecostal)
(1)
2812 Greenview Dr
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 455-0294
Grades: PK-5
| 145 students
Bridges Treatment Center
Special Education School
693 Leesville Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 200-5700
Grades: 2-12
| 34 students
Desmond T. Doss Christian Academy
Desmond T. Doss Christian Academy Photo
(Seventh Day Adventist)
19 George St
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 237-1899
Grades: PK-10
| 66 students
Montessori Childrens House
Montessori School
1400 Lakeside Drive, Unit B
Lynchburg, VA 24501
(434) 528-3216
Grades: PK-K
| 60 students
New Vistas School
New Vistas School Photo - Beyond the Walls
Special Education School
(11)
520 Eldon St
Lynchburg, VA 24501
(434) 846-0301
Grades: 4-12
| 42 students
Rivermont Autism Program
Special Education School
3024 Forest Hills Cir
Lynchburg, VA 24501
(434) 200-5334
Grades: K-11
| 18 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Lynchburg City, VA?
The top ranked private schools in Lynchburg City, VA include Virginia Episcopal School, New Covenant Schools and Liberty University Online Academy.
How many private schools are located in Lynchburg City, VA?
12 private schools are located in Lynchburg City, VA.
How diverse are private schools in Lynchburg City, VA?
Lynchburg City, VA private schools are approximately 24% minority students, which is lower than the Virginia private school average of 31%.
What percentage of students in Lynchburg City, VA go to private school?
42% of all K-12 students in Lynchburg City, VA are educated in private schools (compared to the VA state average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Lynchburg City, VA?
50% of private schools in Lynchburg City, VA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal and Christian).

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