Since our 1728 founding, Norfolk Academy has existed for the transformative education of children in Hampton Roads.
As the nation's eighth oldest school, we carry that historic mission into today.
Trusted and reciprocally empowering relationships form the bedrock of the Norfolk Academy experience.
The inspiring relationships we forge with one another underlie our college-prep curriculum, our innovative programming, and our time-honored traditions, such as the Honor System, our speech program, and our senior-first grade buddy program. No exciting discovery, no personal breakthrough, no learning epiphany occurs without the inspiring and perspective-shifting relationships that students build with one another and with their teachers-who also serve as trusted coaches and wise advisors.The relationships we begin building in grade one-and that grow in complexity all the way through grade 12-make possible both the authentic kindness and the outsized accomplishments of our students.
Years after graduation, Norfolk Academy students still count their friends and teachers here as the largest influences on their entire lives.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 1,208 students
- Yearly Tuition: $22,800
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 15
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Norfolk Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Resources
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Year Founded
1728
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 4, 2026
Campus Size
70
Student Body
Total Students
1,208 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
16 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1344
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
28
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Neat school attire; ties for boys in grades 7-12
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 15
Yearly Tuition Cost
$22,800
Tuition Notes
Tuition is tiered from $22,800 to $28,200. Need-based financial aid is available.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Summer at the Academy has weekly camps and prices vary, depending on the camp; the program is open to all students.
% on Financial Aid
20%
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Sarah Smythe
Admissions Associate
Brian Jarvis
Application URL
Endowment Size
$85 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
20 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Athletic Broadcasting Team, Batten Civic and Global Leadership Program, Community Service Board, Forensics (Public Speaking) Team, Happy Club/Operation Smile, Honor Council, Literary Magazine, Medical Scholars Program, Peer Counselors, Robotics Team, Student Council Association, WorldQuest
Arts and Music Programs:
Band/Jazz Band, Chorus, Fall Play/Winter Musical, Orchestra/Strings
School Notes
- School Motto: Educating Confident Leaders
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
- Norfolk Academy-Virginia`s oldest independent school-combines deep pedagogical experiencewith judicious curricular innovation.On our 72-acre campus,we advance children from across Hampton Roads through a carefully calibrated,expertly monitored, and relationally richtwelve-year continuumthat develops capable studentsinto responsible and responsive citizen-scholars.
- As you explore a potential match between your family and Norfolk Academy,please call our Admissions Office at 757-455-5582to learn more, arrange a visit, andapply.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Glenn Youngkin '85 - Governor of Virginia
- Pete Wisoff '76 - NASA astronaut and American physicist
- Angela Hucles Mangano '96 - Two-time Olympic Gold Medalist for Women's Soccer, president of Women's Sports Foundation
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Norfolk Academy cost?
Norfolk Academy's tuition is approximately $22,800 for private students.
What schools are Norfolk Academy often compared to?
Norfolk Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Norfolk Collegiate School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Norfolk Academy?
The acceptance rate of Norfolk Academy is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 79%.
Who are famous alumni from Norfolk Academy?
Norfolk Academy famous alumni include: Glenn Youngkin '85, Pete Wisoff '76 and Angela Hucles Mangano '96.
Does Norfolk Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Norfolk Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Norfolk Academy offer?
Norfolk Academy offers 20 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling. Norfolk Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for most sports offered.
What is Norfolk Academy's ranking?
Norfolk Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Highest average SAT score, Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Norfolk Academy?
The application deadline for Norfolk Academy is Dec. 15.
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The nearest preschool is Diamond Springs KinderCare (1.2 miles away)
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