At Nansemond-Suffolk Academy, students are challenged and guided to discover their individual talents.
To meet the needs and aspirations of today's students, NSA offers opportunities for leadership, for experiential learning and for students to pursue ideas and interests that inspire them.
Guided by our motto, Honor Above All, students learn to hold high standards for themselves that enable them to reach their maximum potential in college and life.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Yearly Tuition: $22,545
- Acceptance rate: 24%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Nansemond-Suffolk Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1966
Colors
Blue, Gold
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
919 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
18 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP BiologyAP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry
AP Computer Science AAP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and CompositionAP Environmental Science
AP European HistoryAP French Language
AP Latin: VergilAP Physics C: Electricity & Magnestism
AP Spanish LanguageAP Spanish Literature
AP StatisticsAP Studio Art
AP United States Government and PoliticsAP United States History
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
no uniforms, no jeans
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$22,545
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by specific grade levels
% on Financial Aid
47%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$6,436
Acceptance Rate
24%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Mrs. Maggie Prince
Admissions Associate
Mrs. Emily Webb
Application URL
Endowment Size
$4.2 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
16 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
46 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
A/V ClubAssist 3D
Basketball ClubBattle of the Brains
Boys' VolleyballBreast Cancer Awareness
Card Games ClubCheckers Club
Class OfficersConnecting with Kids
Cornhole ClubDebate Club
Environmental Awareness ClubFilm Club
Forensics TeamFrench Club
GSA/Hero ClubHaiti Club
Helping Hands ClubHonor Council
Judicial CouncilMental Health Awareness Club
Model UNNational Honor Society
NFL ClubOperation Smile
Outreach360 ClubPing Pong Club
Right Brain ClubRobotics Team
Roc Solid ClubSADD Club
Save the Animals Today ClubSnowboarding/Ski Club
Spectrum (Literary Magazine)Spikeball Club
Spirit ClubStudent Council
Ultimate Frisbee ClubWriters' Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Concert BandJazz Band
Marching BandNoteWorthy (Intermediate Chorus)
Theater ArtsVocal Pointe (Advanced Chorus)
School Notes
- School Motto: Honor Above All
- School Mascot: Saints
- Nansemond-Suffolk Academy partners with families to prepare students for success in college and beyond. To learn more about the NSA experience, please contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@nsacademy.org or (757)539-8789 to schedule a personal tour today!
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Haley Webb - 2007 - Educational professional and community servant. -
- Dr. Dani Howell - 2006 - General Dentist. -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Nansemond-Suffolk Academy cost?
Nansemond-Suffolk Academy's tuition is approximately $22,545 for private students.
What schools are Nansemond-Suffolk Academy often compared to?
Nansemond-Suffolk Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Suffolk Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Nansemond-Suffolk Academy?
The acceptance rate of Nansemond-Suffolk Academy is 24%, which is lower than the national average of 79%. Nansemond-Suffolk Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Virginia with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Nansemond-Suffolk Academy?
Nansemond-Suffolk Academy famous alumni include: Haley Webb - 2007 - Educational professional and community servant. and Dr. Dani Howell - 2006 - General Dentist..
What sports does Nansemond-Suffolk Academy offer?
Nansemond-Suffolk Academy offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track. Nansemond-Suffolk Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for most sports offered.
What is Nansemond-Suffolk Academy's ranking?
Nansemond-Suffolk Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Nansemond-Suffolk Academy?
The application deadline for Nansemond-Suffolk Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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