Most Selective Private High Schools in Virginia

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The average private high school acceptance rate in Virginia is approximately 81% per year (2021).
The most selective school in Virginia is currently Episcopal High School, with an acceptance rate of 35%.
The most selective private high schools are listed below (where sufficient data available).

Most Selective Private High Schools in Virginia (2021)

  • School Acceptance Rate Grades Location
  • Rank: #1-21.-2.
    Episcopal High School
    Episcopal High School Photo
    (Episcopal)
    Acceptance Rate: 35%
    Grades: 9-121200 North Quaker Lane
    Alexandria, VA 22302
    (703) 933-4062
  • Rank: #1-21.-2.
    St. Anne's-Belfield School
    St. Anne's-Belfield School Photo
    Acceptance Rate: 35%
    Grades: PK-122132 Ivy Road
    Charlottesville, VA 22903
    (434) 296-5106
  • Rank: #33.
    Lynnhaven Academy
    Lynnhaven Academy Photo
    (2)
    Acceptance Rate: 40%
    Grades: 6-121000 Westover Hills Blvd
    Richmond, VA 23225
    (804) 750-2300
  • Rank: #44.
    The Madeira School
    The Madeira School Photo - Capitol Hill internships in the offices of senators and representatives are a hallmark of the junior year at Madeira
    All-girls
    Acceptance Rate: 48%
    Grades: 9-128328 Georgetown Pike
    Mc Lean, VA 22102
    (703) 556-8273
  • Rank: #55.
    Woodberry Forest School
    Woodberry Forest School Photo
    All-boys
    Acceptance Rate: 51%
    Grades: 9-12898 Woodberry Forest Rd
    Woodberry Forest, VA 22989
    (540) 672-3900
  • Rank: #66.
    Fork Union Military Academy
    Fork Union Military Academy Photo - Graduation Day is a happy day!
    All-boys (Baptist)
    (2)
    Acceptance Rate: 55%
    Grades: 7-124744 James Madison Hwy
    Fork Union, VA 23055
    (434) 842-4205
  • Rank: #7-97.-9.
    The Academy @ Metropolitan School of the Arts
    The Academy @ Metropolitan School of the Arts Photo
    (3)
    Acceptance Rate: 60%
    Grades: 7-125775 Barclay Dr, Suite 4
    Alexandria, VA 22315
    (703) 339-0444
  • Rank: #7-97.-9.
    Loudoun School for Advanced Studies
    Loudoun School for Advanced Studies Photo - Our new campus on Ashburn Road
    (7)
    Acceptance Rate: 60%
    Grades: 6-1220577 Ashburn Road
    Ashburn, VA 20147
    (703) 956-5020
  • Rank: #7-97.-9.
    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)
    Acceptance Rate: 60%
    Grades: 9-12400 VES Road
    Lynchburg, VA 24503
    (434) 385-3600
  • Rank: #10-1210.- 12.
    Calvary Christian School
    (Christian)
    Acceptance Rate: 65%
    Grades: PK-94345 Inn St
    Triangle, VA 22172
    (703) 221-2016
  • Rank: #10-1210.- 12.
    Christchurch School
    Christchurch School Photo - Christchurch is recognized for rigorous academics and a well-rounded college prep program. 100% of Christchurch students are accepted to four-year colleges, with the majority attending universities on the U.S. News & World Report's top 150 list.
    (Episcopal)
    Acceptance Rate: 65%
    Grades: 9-1249 Seahorse Lane
    Christchurch, VA 23031
    (804) 758-2306
  • Rank: #10-1210.- 12.
    Miller School Of Albemarle
    Miller School Of Albemarle Photo - The main academic building, called Old Main" today, was the first building constructed on the Miller School of Albemarle's 1,600-acre campus.
    Acceptance Rate: 65%
    Grades: 8-121000 Samuel Miller Loop
    Charlottesville, VA 22903
    (434) 823-4805
  • Rank: #1313.
    Fredericksburg Academy
    Fredericksburg Academy Photo - Fredericksburg Academy students are scholars, athletes, artists, and leaders. Our curriculum is designed to build both knowledge and goodness.
    (12)
    Acceptance Rate: 69%
    Grades: NS-1210800 Academy Drive
    Fredericksburg, VA 22408
    (540) 898-0020
  • Rank: #14-1714.- 17.
    Chesapeake Bay Academy
    Chesapeake Bay Academy Photo - Empowering children who learn differently for over 30 years.
    Special Education School
    Acceptance Rate: 70%
    Grades: K-12821 Baker Rd
    Virginia Beach, VA 23462
    (757) 497-6200
  • Rank: #14-1714.- 17.
    Fairfax Christian School
    Fairfax Christian School Photo - Fairfax Christian School lower school students benefit from exceptional teachers, and advanced curriculum.
    (Christian)
    (11)
    Acceptance Rate: 70%
    Grades: PK-1222870 Pacific Boulevard
    Sterling, VA 20166
    (703) 759-5100
  • Rank: #14-1714.- 17.
    Hampton Roads Academy
    Hampton Roads Academy Photo
    Acceptance Rate: 70%
    Grades: PK-12739 Academy Lane
    Newport News, VA 23602
    (757) 884-9100
  • Rank: #14-1714.- 17.
    The Sycamore School
    Acceptance Rate: 70%
    Grades: 5-124600 FAIRFAX DR, STE 300
    Arlington, VA 22203
    (703) 350-8197
  • Rank: #1818.
    St. Margaret's School
    St. Margaret's School Photo - WE BELIEVE YOU BELONG HERE. * 10 acre historic riverfront campus * 42 acre athletic complex * Within 2 hours of Washington, DC, Richmond, Charlottesville, Williamsburg, and Virginia Beach
    All-girls (Episcopal)
    Acceptance Rate: 72%
    Grades: 8-12444 S Water Ln
    Tappahannock, VA 22560
    (804) 443-3357
  • Rank: #19-2119.- 21.
    Massanutten Academy
    Massanutten Academy Photo - School As It Should Be
    Acceptance Rate: 75%
    Grades: 5-12614 S MAIN ST
    Woodstock, VA 22664
    (540) 459-2167
  • Rank: #19-2119.- 21.
    Staunton Montessori School
    Staunton Montessori School Photo - Staunton Montessori School respects the mind, imagination, and spirit of each student. Grounded in the philosophy of Maria Montessori, we create an environment where children are empowered to fulfill their academic, personal and social potential.
    Montessori School
    Acceptance Rate: 75%
    Grades: PK-92076 Jefferson Hwy
    Fishersville, VA 22939
    (540) 949-5020
  • Rank: #19-2119.- 21.
    Veritas School
    (Christian)
    (6)
    Acceptance Rate: 75%
    Grades: NS-123400 Brook Road
    Richmond, VA 23227
    (804) 272-9517
  • Rank: #2222.
    Oak Hill Academy
    Oak Hill Academy Photo - RSVP to join us for a chat about Oak Hill Academy! https://www.oak-hill.net/open-houses/
    (Baptist)
    (2)
    Acceptance Rate: 79%
    Grades: 8-122635 Oak Hill Road
    Mouth Of Wilson, VA 24363
    (276) 579-2619
  • Rank: #23-2823.- 28.
    Ad Fontes Academy
    Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
    Acceptance Rate: 80%
    Grades: PK-1215452 Lee Highway
    Centreville, VA 20120
    (703) 673-1145
  • Rank: #23-2823.- 28.
    Blessed Sacrament Huguenot Catholic School
    Blessed Sacrament Huguenot Catholic School Photo
    (Roman Catholic)
    Acceptance Rate: 80%
    Grades: PK-122501 Academy Road
    Powhatan, VA 23139
    (804) 598-4211
  • Rank: #23-2823.- 28.
    Evangel Christian School
    (Baptist)
    Acceptance Rate: 80%
    Grades: PK-1214836 Ashdale Ave
    Woodbridge, VA 22193
    (703) 670-7127
  • Rank: #23-2823.- 28.
    Millwood School
    Millwood School Photo - Millwood Upper School www.millwoodschool.org
    (2)
    Acceptance Rate: 80%
    Grades: PK-1215100 Millwood School Ln
    Midlothian, VA 23112
    (804) 639-3200
  • Rank: #23-2823.- 28.
    Norfolk Christian Schools
    Norfolk Christian Schools Photo - Norfolk Christian Upper School Campus
    (Christian)
    (2)
    Acceptance Rate: 80%
    Grades: PK-12255 Thole St
    Norfolk, VA 23505
    (757) 423-5770
  • Rank: #23-2823.- 28.
    Oasis School
    Special Program Emphasis
    Acceptance Rate: 80%
    Grades: 1-911480 Sunset Hills Road
    Reston, VA 20190
    (703) 437-1444
  • Rank: #29-3629.- 36.
    Covenant Christian School
    Covenant Christian School Photo - Learning together in community. At Covenant Christian School learning is an atmosphere, a discipline, and a life. Call to set up your tour today!
    (Christian)
    (5)
    Acceptance Rate: 85%
    Grades: K-12116 Palace Lane
    Williamsburg, VA 23185
    (757) 378-2189
  • Rank: #29-3629.- 36.
    Immanuel Christian School
    Immanuel Christian School Photo
    (Christian)
    (16)
    Acceptance Rate: 85%
    Grades: K-126915 Braddock Road
    Springfield, VA 22151
    (703) 941-1220
  • Rank: #29-3629.- 36.
    Lighthouse Academy Of Fredericksburg
    Montessori School (Christian)
    Acceptance Rate: 85%
    Grades: NS-1210713 Tidewater Trl
    Fredericksburg, VA 22408
    (540) 372-9699
  • Rank: #29-3629.- 36.
    Oak Valley Center
    Special Education School
    Acceptance Rate: 85%
    Grades: 3-1211230 Waples Mill Road, Ste. 100
    Fairfax, VA 22030
    (703) 591-1146
  • Rank: #29-3629.- 36.
    Restoration Preparatory Academy
    Restoration Preparatory Academy Photo - Student Activities
    (Christian)
    Acceptance Rate: 85%
    Grades: NS-121901 Boulevard
    Colonial Heights, VA 23834
    (804) 862-2661
  • Rank: #29-3629.- 36.
    Richmond Christian School
    Richmond Christian School Photo - Newly crowned homecoming king with our elementary attendants (children of alumni).
    (Christian)
    (6)
    Acceptance Rate: 85%
    Grades: K-126511 Belmont Rd.
    Chesterfield, VA 23832
    (804) 276-3193
  • Rank: #29-3629.- 36.
    Summit Christian Academy
    Summit Christian Academy Photo - Class of 2019 Graduates
    (Christian)
    Acceptance Rate: 85%
    Grades: PK-124209 Big Bethel Road
    Yorktown, VA 23693
    (757) 867-7005
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