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Virginia Private Elementary Schools Offering the Most Extra-Curriculars

The average private elementary school in Virginia offers 9 extracurriculars (2025-26).
The private elementary school in Virginia offering the most extracurriculars is Ideaventions Academy For Mathematics And Science, offering 70 extracurriculars.
Extra Offered Range: 15 70 Avg. Extra Offered: 26

Virginia Private Elementary Schools Offering the Most Extra-Curriculars (2025-26)

School
# Extra-curriculars
Grades
Location
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Ideaventions Academy For Mathematics And Science
Ideaventions Academy For Mathematics And Science Photo - Team work in Community Class
Special Program Emphasis
(13)
Extra-curriculars: 70
Grades: 1-12
12340 Pinecrest Road
Reston, VA 20191
(703) 860-0211
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
The Nysmith School
The Nysmith School Photo - 1:9 teacher/ student ratio allows teachers to help every child succeed. At The Nysmith School, students receive 45 minutes of hands-on science instruction every day.
Special Program Emphasis
(18)
Extra-curriculars: 70
Grades: PK-8
13625 EDS Drive
Herndon, VA 20171
(703) 713-3332
Rank: #33.
Nansemond-Suffolk Academy
Nansemond-Suffolk Academy Photo
Extra-curriculars: 46
Grades: PK-12
3373 Pruden Blvd
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 539-8789
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
George Washington University Online High School
George Washington University Online High School Photo
Extra-curriculars: 45
Grades: 8-12
44983 Knoll Square, Room 153
Ashburn, VA 20147
(877) 382-2015
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Hampton Roads Academy
Hampton Roads Academy Photo
Extra-curriculars: 45
Grades: PK-12
739 Academy Lane
Newport News, VA 23602
(757) 884-9100
Rank: #66.
Trinity Episcopal School
Trinity Episcopal School Photo - Trinity Episcopal School Campus
(Episcopal)
(2)
Extra-curriculars: 41
Grades: 8-12
3850 Pittaway Dr
Richmond, VA 23235
(804) 272-5864
Rank: #77.
BASIS Independent McLean
BASIS Independent McLean Photo - Students donned their House T-shirts for our first house event, cheering as new members joined Earth, Air, Fire, and Water. Get ready for an EPIC year of friendly rivalry!
(5)
Extra-curriculars: 34
Grades: PK-12
8000 Jones Branch Drive
Mc Lean, VA 22102
(571) 672-4710
Rank: #88.
Norfolk Collegiate School
Norfolk Collegiate School Photo - Middle school students use the green room to film a short video for class. The room is equipped with movie editing software, iPads and more for students to utilize.
(5)
Extra-curriculars: 31
Grades: PK-12
7336 Granby St
Norfolk, VA 23505
(757) 480-2885
Rank: #99.
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-12
22870 Pacific Boulevard
Sterling, VA 20166
(703) 759-5100
Rank: #1010.
Oak Hill Academy Admissions
Oak Hill Academy Admissions Photo
(Baptist)
(4)
Extra-curriculars: 28
Grades: 8-12
2635 Oak Hill Road
Mouth Of Wilson, VA 24363
(276) 579-2619
Rank: #1111.
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School Photo - As a college preparatory Episcopal Church School in Alexandria, Virginia, that educates students from ages 3 through grade 12, we foster a close-knit community where every student belongs, grows, and thrives.
(Episcopal)
Extra-curriculars: 26
Grades: NS-12
1000 St. Stephens Road
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 212-2705
Rank: #1212.
Blue Ridge Christian School
Blue Ridge Christian School Photo - Learn more about this award winning school!
(Christian)
(2)
Extra-curriculars: 25
Grades: PK-12
100 Dinkel Ave
Bridgewater, VA 22812
(540) 828-2233
Rank: #1313.
Peninsula Catholic High School
Peninsula Catholic High School Photo
(Catholic)
(5)
Extra-curriculars: 24
Grades: 8-12
600 Harpersville Road
Newport News, VA 23601
(757) 596-7247
Rank: #1414.
Fork Union Military Academy
Fork Union Military Academy Photo - Graduation Day is a happy day!
All-boys (Baptist)
(2)
Extra-curriculars: 23
Grades: 7-12
4744 James Madison Hwy
Fork Union, VA 23055
(434) 842-4406
Rank: #1515.
The New School Of Northern Virginia
The New School Of Northern Virginia Photo
(9)
Extra-curriculars: 22
Grades: 6-12
9431 Silver King Court
Fairfax, VA 22031
(703) 691-3040
Rank: #1616.
Immanuel Christian School
Immanuel Christian School Photo - At Immanuel, our students flourish in an atmosphere of encouragement to take intellectual risks and discover the furthest limit of their gifts and abilities. Every grade features hands-on learning experiences to enhance curriculum. Each year, our second grade students look forward to a participating in a fossil hunt.
(Christian)
(18)
Extra-curriculars: 21
Grades: K-12
6915 Braddock Road
Springfield, VA 22151
(703) 941-1220
Rank: #1717.
Pinnacle Academy
Pinnacle Academy Photo - Pinnacle Academy STEM Night has been a well celebrated event for years. Students and staff work together and recognize the STEM in our everyday lives via various fun and educational activities.
(23)
Extra-curriculars: 20
Grades: NS-12
14120 Newbrook Drive
Chantilly, VA 20151
(703) 537-0355
Rank: #1818.
Westminster School
Westminster School Photo - Grizzy makes an appearance at our annual Pep Rally, exciting his many fans in the crowd!
(13)
Extra-curriculars: 19
Grades: NS-8
3819 Gallows Road
Annandale, VA 22003
(703) 256-3620
Rank: #19 - 2119. - 21.
St. Joseph Catholic School
St. Joseph Catholic School Photo
(Catholic)
(2)
Extra-curriculars: 18
Grades: K-8
750 Peachtree Street
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 880-4350
Rank: #19 - 2119. - 21.
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: 18
Grades: PK-12
19790 Ashburn Rd
Ashburn, VA 20147
(571) 209-5500
Rank: #19 - 2119. - 21.
Wakefield County Day School
Wakefield County Day School Photo - WCDS's 50+ year history blends academic excellence with time-honored traditions. Seen here, the Lower School grades do their part in singing the Twelve Days of Christmas one of several beloved Assembly traditions among the Lord of the Dance, Planets of the Sun, Alligator Stomp, and more.
(5)
Extra-curriculars: 18
Grades: PK-12
1059 Zachary Taylor Hwy
Flint Hill, VA 22627
(540) 635-8555
Rank: #22 - 2622. - 26.
Carlisle School
Carlisle School Photo - Carlisle was named among the top 4,000 STEM schools in the nation and #125 in Virginia by Newsweek.
(2)
Extra-curriculars: 17
Grades: PK-12
300 Carlisle Rd
Axton, VA 24054
(276) 632-7288
Rank: #22 - 2622. - 26.
Hampton Christian Academy
(Christian)
Extra-curriculars: 17
Grades: PK-12
2419 N Armistead Ave
Hampton, VA 23666
(757) 838-7427
Rank: #22 - 2622. - 26.
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 45 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 (Catholic)
(7)
Extra-curriculars: 17
Grades: 6-12
1619 Crowell Road
Vienna, VA 22182
(703) 790-5450
Rank: #22 - 2622. - 26.
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.
(Catholic)
Extra-curriculars: 17
Grades: PK-12
621 N. Jefferson St
Roanoke, VA 24016
(540) 982-3532
Rank: #22 - 2622. - 26.
The Sycamore School
(2)
Extra-curriculars: 17
Grades: 5-12
1550 Wilson Blvd. Suite 300
Arlington, VA 22209
(703) 717-5360
Rank: #27 - 2927. - 29.
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: PK-12
10800 Academy Drive
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 898-0020
Rank: #27 - 2927. - 29.
Merritt Academy
Merritt Academy Photo - Recess for all students, including middle schoolers, balances the academic day.
(Christian)
(1)
Extra-curriculars: 16
Grades: K-8
9211 Arlington Blvd
Fairfax, VA 22031
(703) 873-8000
Rank: #27 - 2927. - 29.
Norfolk Academy
Norfolk Academy Photo - Norfolk Academy's Wynne-Darden stadium features a turf field for football and lacrosse. The school has more than 70 athletic teams, and the majority of students participate in at least one season of athletics. Facilities include multiple playing fields, several gymnasiums, a weight room, and an indoor pool.
(1)
Extra-curriculars: 16
Grades: 1-12
1585 Wesleyan Dr
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 455-5582
Rank: #30 - 3630. - 36.
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.
(Catholic)
(2)
Extra-curriculars: 15
Grades: PK-8
9294 Stonewall Road
Manassas, VA 20110
(703) 368-4400
Rank: #30 - 3630. - 36.
Burgundy Farm Country Day School
Burgundy Farm Country Day School Photo - Our Alexandria campus (pictured) is 26 acres in the heart of Alexandria. The Burgundy Center for Wildlife Studies is located on a 500 acre campus in West Virginia.
Extra-curriculars: 15
Grades: PK-8
3700 Burgundy Road
Alexandria, VA 22303
(703) 329-6968
Rank: #30 - 3630. - 36.
Edlin School
Edlin School Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(3)
Extra-curriculars: 15
Grades: PK-8
10742 Sunset Hills Road
Reston, VA 20190
(703) 438-3990
Rank: #30 - 3630. - 36.
Heritage Christian School
(Baptist)
(2)
Extra-curriculars: 15
Grades: PK-12
14510 Spriggs Rd
Woodbridge, VA 22193
(703) 680-6629
Rank: #30 - 3630. - 36.
North Cross School
North Cross School Photo - North Cross School develops in its students curiosity, a love of learning, and respect for themselves and others. Through a progressive curriculum, our students graduate as global citizens, understanding the diversity our world provides.
Extra-curriculars: 15
Grades: PK-12
4254 Colonial Avenue Sw
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 989-6641
Rank: #30 - 3630. - 36.
Randolph-Macon Academy
Randolph-Macon Academy Photo
(Methodist)
(1)
Extra-curriculars: 15
Grades: 8-12
200 Academy Drive
Front Royal, VA 22630
(540) 636-5484
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