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Virginia Alternative Private High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 22 alternative private high schools serving 1,300 students in Virginia.

The alternative private high schools in Virginia include The Howard Gardner School, Middleton Academy, and Timberlake Christian Schools.

The average acceptance rate is 92%, which is higher than the Virginia private high school average acceptance rate of 82%.

32% of alternative private high schools in Virginia are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 22
# Students Served: 1,300

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 22
# Students Served: 1,300

Virginia Alternative Private High Schools Trends

Private Schools

1,300

Students

$22,893

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

39%

Students of Color

10:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked alternative private high schools in Virginia?

The alternative private high schools in Virginia include The Howard Gardner School, Middleton Academy, and Timberlake Christian Schools.

How many alternative private high schools are located in Virginia?

22 alternative private high schools are located in Virginia.

How diverse are alternative private high schools in Virginia?

Virginia alternative private high schools are approximately 39% minority students, which is higher than the Virginia private school average of 29%.

What percentage of alternative private high schools are religiously affiliated in Virginia?

32% of alternative private high schools in Virginia are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Catholic).

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