Virginia Private Schools Offering the Most Extra-Curriculars

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  • The average private school in Virginia offers approximately 9 extracurriculars (2020).
  • The private schools offering the most extracurriculars are listed below (where sufficient data available).
  • The private school in Virginia offering the most extracurriculars is Nansemond-Suffolk Academy, offering 59 extracurriculars.

Virginia Private Schools Offering the Most Extra-Curriculars (2020)

  • School # Extra-curriculars Grades Location
  • Rank: #11.
    Nansemond-Suffolk Academy
     Extra-curriculars: 59
    Grades: PK-123373 Pruden Blvd
    Suffolk, VA 23434
    (757)539-8789
  • Rank: #22.
    Paul Vi Catholic High School
    Paul Vi Catholic High School Photo - With its challenging academic curriculum, distinguished performance and fine arts programs, outstanding sports, and wide-ranging extracurricular activities, Paul VI is recognized as one of the finest college preparatory schools in the region. Above all, its unique character fosters a dedication to the inherent and singular value of each individual. PVI seeks to inspire and challenge each student in small classroom settings and, in turn, looks to them to carry forth its mission to grow in grace and wisdom.
    (Roman Catholic)
     Extra-curriculars: 48
    Grades: 9-1210675 Fairfax Blvd
    Fairfax, VA 22030
    (703)352-0925
  • Rank: #33.
    Hampton Roads Academy
    Hampton Roads Academy Photo
    Extra-curriculars: 46
    Grades: PK-12739 Academy Lane
    Newport News, VA 23602
    (757)884-9100
  • Rank: #44.
    BASIS Independent McLean
    BASIS Independent McLean Photo - Fourth graders illustrate the importance of kindness.
    (5)
     Extra-curriculars: 42
    Grades: NS-128000 Jones Branch Drive
    Mc Lean, VA 22102
    (703)854-1253
  • Rank: #55.
    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
     Extra-curriculars: 34
    Grades: 9-128328 Georgetown Pike
    Mc Lean, VA 22102
    (703)556-8273
  • Rank: #6-76.-7.
    Oakcrest School
    Oakcrest School Photo - Oakcrest School is an independent school for girls in grades 6-12 guided by the teachings of the Catholic Church. For over 40 years, the school has provided an exceptional liberal arts education to girls of all faiths while fulfilling its mission to challenge and inspire its students to thrive in college and throughout their lives. Learn more at Oakcrest.org.
    All-girls (Roman Catholic)
    (7)
     Extra-curriculars: 32
    Grades: 6-121619 Crowell Road
    Vienna, VA 22182
    (703)790-5450
  • Rank: #6-76.-7.
    Trinity Episcopal School
    Trinity Episcopal School Photo
    (Episcopal)
     Extra-curriculars: 32
    Grades: 8-123850 Pittaway Dr
    Richmond, VA 23235
    (804)272-5864
  • Rank: #88.
    Norfolk Collegiate School
    Norfolk Collegiate School Photo - Competitive athletic program offer students year-round opportunities to pursue their passions. With more than 50 teams in middle and upper school alone, the athletic program offers something for all students from sailing to tennis to basketball and more! Collegiate holds several conference, state and regional championship titles!
    (5)
     Extra-curriculars: 31
    Grades: PK-127336 Granby St
    Norfolk, VA 23505
    (757)480-1495
  • Rank: #9-109.- 10.
    Fairfax Christian School
    Fairfax Christian School Photo - Fairfax Christian School lower school students benefit from exceptional teachers, and advanced curriculum.
    (Christian)
    (11)
     Extra-curriculars: 30
    Grades: PK-1222870 Pacific Boulevard
    Sterling, VA 20166
    (703)759-5100
  • Rank: #9-109.- 10.
    Woodberry Forest School
    Woodberry Forest School Photo
    All-boys
     Extra-curriculars: 30
    Grades: 9-12898 Woodberry Forest Rd
    Woodberry Forest, VA 22989
    (540)672-3900
  • Rank: #1111.
    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)
     Extra-curriculars: 29
    Grades: 9-12400 VES Road
    Lynchburg, VA 24503
    (434)385-3600
  • Rank: #1212.
    Chatham Hall
    Chatham Hall Photo - The classroom is just part of the learning experience at Chatham Hall. Highly qualified faculty who provide personal attention. Cocurricular programs that challenge and inspire. A supportive community of fellow students. They all come together in an educational experience you won’t find anywhere else.
    All-girls (Episcopal)
     Extra-curriculars: 26
    Grades: 9-12800 Chatham Hall Circle
    Chatham, VA 24531
    (434)432-5613
  • Rank: #1313.
    Roanoke Catholic School
    Roanoke Catholic School Photo - Our Early Childhood Program (ages 3-5) is dedicated to the physical, social, and emotional development of the young child in a nurturing Christian environment. Each school day is planned with age-appropriate activities to enhance socialization skills, personal independence, and physical development in a comfortable, happy, play-oriented setting. Indoor and outdoor play are part of each day.
    Special Program Emphasis (Roman Catholic)
     Extra-curriculars: 25
    Grades: PK-12621 N. Jefferson St
    Roanoke, VA 24016
    (540)982-3532
  • Rank: #14-1614.- 16.
    Fork Union Military Academy
    Fork Union Military Academy Photo - Graduation Day is a happy day!
    All-boys | Military School (Baptist)
    (2)
     Extra-curriculars: 23
    Grades: 7-12PO Box 278, 4744 James Madison Hwy
    Fork Union, VA 23055
    (434)842-4205
  • Rank: #14-1614.- 16.
    The New School Of Northern Virginia
    The New School Of Northern Virginia Photo
    (7)
     Extra-curriculars: 23
    Grades: 6-129431 Silver King Court
    Fairfax, VA 22031
    (703)691-3040
  • Rank: #14-1614.- 16.
    Peninsula Catholic High School
    Peninsula Catholic High School Photo
    (Roman Catholic)
    (3)
     Extra-curriculars: 23
    Grades: 8-12600 Harpersville Road
    Newport News, VA 23601
    (757)596-7247
  • Rank: #1717.
    Blessed Sacrament-huguenot
    Blessed Sacrament-huguenot Photo
    (Roman Catholic)
     Extra-curriculars: 22
    Grades: PK-122501 Academy Road
    Powhatan, VA 23139
    (804)598-4211
  • Rank: #18-2218.- 22.
    Foxcroft School
    Foxcroft School Photo - Cherry Blossoms in bloom
    All-girls
     Extra-curriculars: 20
    Grades: 9-1222407 Foxhound Lane
    Middleburg, VA 20118
    (540)687-4340
  • Rank: #18-2218.- 22.
    Immanuel Lutheran School
    Immanuel Lutheran School Photo
    (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
     Extra-curriculars: 20
    Grades: PK-81801 Russell Road
    Alexandria, VA 22301
    (703)549-0155
  • Rank: #18-2218.- 22.
    Pinnacle Academy
    Pinnacle Academy Photo - 2014 Nobel Peace Prize winner, Mr. Kailash Satyarthi, visited and addressed Pinnacle Academy students who have been fundraising for the great cause Mr. Satyarthi has initiated. Advocating for all the children of the World...
    (22)
     Extra-curriculars: 20
    Grades: NS-1214120 Newbrook Drive
    Chantilly, VA 20151
    (703)537-0355
  • Rank: #18-2218.- 22.
    Wakefield Country Day School
    Wakefield Country Day School Photo - By meeting our volunteer first-responders, our youngest students learn to be responsible citizens and to appreciate those who help others.
    (3)
     Extra-curriculars: 20
    Grades: NS-121059 Zachery Taylor Hwy
    Flint Hill, VA 22627
    (540)635-8555
  • Rank: #18-2218.- 22.
    Westminster School
    Westminster School Photo - The beautiful school sits on a campus of approximately seven acres located in the heart of Fairfax County, just minutes from the beltway.
    (8)
     Extra-curriculars: 20
    Grades: NS-83819 Gallows Road
    Annandale, VA 22003
    (703)256-3620
  • Rank: #23-2523.- 25.
    Oak Hill Academy
    Oak Hill Academy Photo - Students enjoy spending time together after school.
    (Baptist)
    (2)
     Extra-curriculars: 19
    Grades: 8-122635 Oak Hill Road
    Mouth Of Wilson, VA 24363
    (276)579-2619
  • Rank: #23-2523.- 25.
    St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School
    St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School Photo - Lower School math class: Learn more about Lower School academics at http://www.sssas.org/lower
    (Episcopal)
     Extra-curriculars: 19
    Grades: NS-121000 Saint Stephens Road
    Alexandria, VA 22304
    (703)212-2704
  • Rank: #23-2523.- 25.
    Virginia Academy
    Virginia Academy Photo - Virginia Academy, a ministry of Community Church, is located in the heart of Loudoun County on Route 7. Our 100,000 square foot facility houses 32 classrooms including two science labs, a digital resource lab, as well as an 800 seat main auditorium, 4 multipurpose multi-media activity rooms, cafeteria, and administrative offices.
    (Christian)
    (2)
     Extra-curriculars: 19
    Grades: PK-1219790 Ashburn Rd
    Ashburn, VA 20147
    (571)209-5500
  • Rank: #26-2926.- 29.
    Bishop Ireton High School
    Bishop Ireton High School Photo - receiving Communion at Mass
    (Roman Catholic)
     Extra-curriculars: 18
    Grades: 9-12201 Cambridge Road
    Alexandria, VA 22314
    (703)751-7606
  • Rank: #26-2926.- 29.
    Catholic High School
    Catholic High School Photo - Front of School
    (Roman Catholic)
     Extra-curriculars: 18
    Grades: 9-124552 Princess Anne Road
    Virginia Beach, VA 23462
    (757)467-2881
  • Rank: #26-2926.- 29.
    St Gertrude High School
    All-girls (Roman Catholic)
     Extra-curriculars: 18
    Grades: 9-123215 Stuart Avenue
    Richmond, VA 23221
    (804)358-9114
  • Rank: #26-2926.- 29.
    St Joseph Elementary School
    St Joseph Elementary School Photo
    (Roman Catholic)
    (2)
     Extra-curriculars: 18
    Grades: K-8750 Peachtree Street
    Herndon, VA 20170
    (703)880-4350
  • Rank: #3030.
    Carlisle School
    Carlisle School Photo - Our small class sizes ensure that each student receives the attention they need to succeed.
    Extra-curriculars: 17
    Grades: PK-12300 Carlisle Rd
    Axton, VA 24054
    (276)632-7288
  • Rank: #31-4031.- 40.
    All Saints Catholic School
    All Saints Catholic School Photo - STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) opportunities are available at all grade levels from Lego More to Math, Simple Machines and WeDo Programs to Google Chromebooks, Google Classroom, VEX Programming and Robotics Club.
    (Roman Catholic)
    (2)
     Extra-curriculars: 16
    Grades: PK-89294 Stonewall Road
    Manassas, VA 20110
    (703)393-1490
  • Rank: #31-4031.- 40.
    Burgundy Farm Country Day School
    Burgundy Farm Country Day School Photo - Burgundy Farm Country Day School's main campus is located on 25 acres in Alexandria, VA. Every classroom opens to the outdoors.
    Extra-curriculars: 16
    Grades: PK-83700 Burgundy Road
    Alexandria, VA 22303
    (703)329-6968
  • Rank: #31-4031.- 40.
    Edlin School
    Edlin School Photo - Edlin School - www.edlinschool.com
    Special Program Emphasis
     Extra-curriculars: 16
    Grades: PK-810742 Sunset Hills Road
    Reston, VA 20190
    (703)438-3990
  • Rank: #31-4031.- 40.
    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)
     Extra-curriculars: 16
    Grades: NS-1210800 Academy Drive
    Fredericksburg, VA 22408
    (540)898-0020
  • Rank: #31-4031.- 40.
    Merritt Academy
    Merritt Academy Photo - Recess for all students, including middle schoolers, balances the academic day.
    Extra-curriculars: 16
    Grades: NS-89211 Arlington Blvd
    Fairfax, VA 22031
    (703)273-8000
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