Staunton Montessori School Photo - Staunton Montessori School respects the mind, imagination, and spirit of each student. Grounded in the philosophy of Maria Montessori, we create an environment where children are empowered to fulfill their academic, personal and social potential.

Best Augusta County Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 298 students in Augusta County, VA (there are 19 public schools, serving 7,720 public students). 4% of all K-12 students in Augusta County, VA are educated in private schools (compared to the VA state average of 11%).
The top-ranked private school in Augusta County, VA is Staunton Montessori School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Virginia private school average acceptance rate of 80%.
67% of private schools in Augusta County, VA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Mennonite and Baptist).

Top-Ranked Augusta County Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Staunton Montessori School
Staunton Montessori School Photo - Staunton Montessori School respects the mind, imagination, and spirit of each student. Grounded in the philosophy of Maria Montessori, we create an environment where children are empowered to fulfill their academic, personal and social potential.
Montessori School
2076 Jefferson Hwy
Fishersville, VA 22939
(540) 949-5020
Gr: PK-9 | 91 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Pilgrim Christian School
(Mennonite)
194 Yoder Cir
Stuarts Draft, VA 24477
(540) 337-4532
Gr: K-12 | 60 students
Ridgeview Christian School
(Baptist)
(2)
124 Ridgeview Drive
Stuarts Draft, VA 24477
(540) 337-1025
Gr: K-12 | 147 students Avg. class size: 9 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
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Augusta County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
74 Quicks Mill Rd
Verona, VA 24482
(540) 248-2404
Gr: NS-5
29 Midway Ln
Fishersville, VA 22939
(540) 943-1678
Gr: 1-12 | 14 students

Overview

This County (Augusta County)
This State (VA)
# Schools
3 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
298 Students
153,929 Students
% Average Students of Color
12%
31%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
32 Teachers
14,674 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
100%
55%
Average Class Size
17 students
14 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$6,069
$17,336
Average Summer Program Cost
$130
$1,087
Average % on Financial Aid
11%
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$500
$8,804
Average Acceptance Rate
90%
80%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.37
0.65
# American Indian Students
3 Students
492 Students
% American Indian Students
1%
n/a
# Asian Students
8 Students
8,945 Students
% Asian Students
3%
6%
# Hispanic Students
2 Students
6,676 Students
% Hispanic Students
1%
5%
# Black Students
12 Students
11,979 Students
% Black Students
4%
8%
# White Students
233 Students
73,423 Students
% White Students
78%
49%
# Hawaiian Students
1 Student
370 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
39 Students
48,242 Students
% of Others Students
13%
32%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Sports
8 sports
7 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in Augusta County, VA?
The top-ranked private schools in Augusta County, VA is Staunton Montessori School.
How many private schools are located in Augusta County?
3 private schools are located in Augusta County.
What percentage of students in Augusta County go to private school?
4% of all K-12 students in Augusta County are educated in private schools (compared to the VA state average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Augusta County?
67% of private schools in Augusta County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Mennonite and Baptist).
Which private schools in Augusta County are often viewed compared to one another?

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