For the 2025-26 school year, there are 1,028 private schools serving 153,547 students in Virginia (there are 2,143 public schools, serving 1,257,585 students). 11% of all K-12 students in Virginia attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $15,703 for elementary schools and $18,843 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The top-ranked private schools in Virginia include The Madeira School, BASIS Independent McLean, and Fairfax Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 79% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 30% and the student-teacher ratio is 11:1.
Top Ranked Virginia Private Schools by County (2025-26)
County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Virginia?
The top-ranked private schools in Virginia include The Madeira School, BASIS Independent McLean, and Fairfax Christian School.
How many private schools are located in Virginia?
There are 1,028 private schools are located in Virginia.
How much do private schools cost in Virginia?
The average private school tuition in Virginia is $15,703 for elementary schools and $18,843 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Virginia?
Approximately 30% of students in Virginia private schools are minority students (compared to the national percentage).
What percentage of students in Virginia go to private school?
11% of all K-12 students in Virginia attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Virginia?
Which private schools in Virginia are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in Virginia include: Rivermont School - Alleghany Highlands vs. Boys Home of Virginia, Love Covenant Christian School vs. Amelia Academy, Gloucester Montessori School vs. Ware Academy
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