For the 2023-24 school year, there are 1,015 private schools serving 150,414 students in Virginia (there are 2,133 public schools, serving 1,243,958 students). 11% of all K-12 students in Virginia are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $13,819 for elementary schools and $17,647 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Virginia include Oak Hill Academy, Peninsula Catholic High School and Buford Road Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 84% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 31% and the student:teacher ratio is 11:1.
Top Ranked Virginia Private Schools by County (2023-24)
County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Virginia?
The best top ranked private schools in Virginia include Oak Hill Academy, Peninsula Catholic High School and Buford Road Christian Academy.
How many private schools are located in Virginia?
1,015 private schools are located in Virginia.
How much do private schools cost in Virginia?
The average private school tuition in Virginia is $13,819 for elementary schools and $17,647 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Virginia?
Virginia private schools are approximately 31% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Virginia go to private school?
11% of all K-12 students in Virginia are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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