Since 1915, Collegiate School has offered students an opportunity to meet high expectations of academic and personal excellence.
We are proud of our students' many accomplishments and grateful for the dedicated community of faculty, administrators, trustees, parents, alumni and friends who teach, coach, support and encourage them.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,690 students
- Yearly Tuition: $34,100
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Collegiate School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
School History
School Resources
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1915
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Cougar
Student Body
Total Students
1,690 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
231 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
72%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$34,100
Tuition Notes
See website for tuition information.
Admissions Director
Dave Taibl
Application URL
Endowment Size
$82.4 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
21 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Judicial/Honor Council, Newspaper/Yearbook, Service, various clubs and committees
Arts and Music Programs:
Theater
Judicial/Honor Council, Newspaper/Yearbook, Service, various clubs and committees
Arts and Music Programs:
Theater
School Notes
- At Collegiate, we have set the bar high when it comes to the tangible aspects of the educational experience we provide curriculum,facilities,the arts,athletics,college counselingand more. We are a vibrant community of learners where students thrive on their educational journeys and in every aspect of life. Yet ask others and they will tell you it is the intangibles that set Collegiate apart. It is our understanding your child, getting to know the individual person and fostering each student`s unique spirit. It is the lifelong relationships formed with peers, teachers and parents that form a community which is at the heart and soul of who we are. We are preparing the next generation of creative thinkers and engaged, caring citizens. Collegiate is so much more than a school ... it`s a place that becomes a part of you.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Collegiate School cost?
Collegiate School's tuition is approximately $34,100 for private students.
Does Collegiate School offer a summer program?
Yes, Collegiate School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Collegiate School offer?
Collegiate School offers 21 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Indoor Soccer, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling. Collegiate School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for most sports offered.
What is Collegiate School's ranking?
Collegiate School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body, Most sports offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Collegiate School?
The application deadline for Collegiate School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Collegiate School located?
Collegiate School is located in the Sleepy Hollow neighborhood of Henrico, VA.
School Reviews
5 11/2/2018
Collegiate provides a terrific education for our children. The teachers and administration have always been helpful. The facilities are almost too nice.To me, the best part of Collegiate is the other families who contribute their well-mannered, bright children. Peers have a big influence on kids (see, e.g., Freaknomics) and I can't imagine a better group of peers than my kids have found at Collegiate. It's a community worth joining if your family is able.
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