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Average Private School ACT Scores in Virginia

The averageprivate school ACT score in Virginia is 27 (2026-27).

The private school in Virginia with the highest ACT score is Ideaventions Academy For Mathematics And Science and BASIS Independent McLean, each with an ACT score of 34.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# VA Schools Ranked: 37
Top 20 Range (Avg ACT): 27–34
VA School Avg.: 27.4
National School Avg.: 25

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# VA Schools Ranked: 37
Top 20 Range (Avg ACT): 27–34
VA School Avg.: 27.4
National School Avg.: 25

Virginia Average ACT Score (Trends)

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Year	Virginia (VA) avg
2025	27
2024	27
2023	27
2022	27
2021	26
2020	26
2019	26
2018	26
2017	26
2016	26

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Show school map — Virginia (avg ACT range: 27–34, avg 27.4)

Act Score Range: 23 34 Avg. Act Score: 28

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Virginia average private schools ACT score?

The Virginia average private schools ACT score is 27 for 2026-27.

What are the private schools with the highest ACT score in Virginia?

The top ranked private schools in Virginia include BASIS Independent McLean, Ideaventions Academy For Mathematics And Science and Chesapeake Bay Academy.

What is private high school and private elementary school with the highest ACT score in Virginia?

The private high school with the highest ACT score in Virginia is BASIS Independent McLean, with a value of 34. The private elementary school with the highest ACT score is BASIS Independent McLean, with a value of 34.

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