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Average Private Preschool ACT Scores in Virginia

Name: Virginia Average ACT Score Trends (Pre-K)
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The averageprivate preschool ACT score in Virginia is 27 (2026-27).

The private preschool in Virginia with the highest ACT score is BASIS Independent School of McLean, with an ACT score of 34.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# VA Schools Ranked: 18
Top 20 Range (Avg ACT): 19–34
VA School Avg.: 26.7
National School Avg.: 26

Quick Facts (26-27)

# VA Schools Ranked: 18
Top 20 Range (Avg ACT): 19–34
VA School Avg.: 26.7
National School Avg.: 26

Virginia Average ACT Score (Trends)

Total Growth: +3.8% (+1 since 2018)

View Data

Year	National avg	Virginia (VA) avg	YoY Change (#)	YoY Change (%)
2025	26	27	— 0	— 0.0%
2024	26	27	— 0	— 0.0%
2023	26	27	— 0	— 0.0%
2022	26	27	— 0	— 0.0%
2021	26	27	▲ +1	▲ +3.8%
2020	26	26	▲ +1	▲ +4.0%
2019	25	25	▼ -1	▼ -3.8%
2018	25	26	—	—

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Show school map — Virginia (avg ACT range: 19–34, avg 26.7)

Act Score Range: 19 34 Avg. Act Score: 27

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Virginia average private preschools ACT score?

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

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

The top ranked private schools in Virginia include BASIS Independent School of McLean, Fairfax Christian School and Powhatan School.

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