Christchurch School Photo - "Set your course at the river." Established in the Episcopal tradition, Christchurch is inclusive, welcoming students and families of all faiths and backgrounds.

Best Virginia Private Schools Belonging to National Association of College Admissions Counselors (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 private schools belonging to National Association of College Admissions Counselors serving 3,676 students in Virginia. You can also find more schools membership associations in Virginia.
The top-ranked private schools belonging to National Association of College Admissions Counselors in Virginia include North Cross School, Woodberry Forest School, and Ideaventions Academy For Mathematics And Science.
The average acceptance rate is 57%, which is lower than the Virginia private school average acceptance rate of 80%.
29% of private schools belonging to National Association of College Admissions Counselors in Virginia are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal).

Top-Ranked Private Schools Belonging to National Association of College Admissions Counselors in Virginia (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Cape Henry Collegiate
Cape Henry Collegiate Photo
(7)
1320 Mill Dam Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
(757) 481-2446
Gr: PK-12 | 1,097 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 18 Tuition listed
Ideaventions Academy For Mathematics And Science
Ideaventions Academy For Mathematics And Science Photo - Team work in Community Class
Special Program Emphasis
(13)
12340 Pinecrest Road
Reston, VA 20191
(703) 860-0211
Gr: 1-12 | 83 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 70 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Christchurch School
Christchurch School Photo - Christchurch is recognized for rigorous academics and a well-rounded college prep program. 100% of Christchurch students are accepted to four-year colleges, with the majority attending universities on the U.S. News & World Report's top 150 list.
(Episcopal)
49 Seahorse Lane
Christchurch, VA 23031
(804) 542-6843
Gr: 9-12 | 210 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Fredericksburg Academy
Fredericksburg Academy Photo - Fredericksburg Academy students are scholars, athletes, artists, and leaders. Our curriculum is designed to build both knowledge and goodness.
(12)
10800 Academy Drive
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 898-0020
Gr: PK-12 | 326 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
North Cross School
North Cross School Photo - North Cross School develops in its students curiosity, a love of learning, and respect for themselves and others. Through a progressive curriculum, our students graduate as global citizens, understanding the diversity our world provides.
4254 Colonial Avenue Sw
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 989-6641
Gr: PK-12 | 584 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Christopher's School
All-boys (Episcopal)
(6)
711 Saint Christophers Road
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 282-3185
Gr: PK-12 | 985 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Woodberry Forest School
Woodberry Forest School Photo
All-boys
(2)
898 Woodberry Forest Rd
Woodberry Forest, VA 22989
(540) 672-3900
Gr: 9-12 | 391 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 30 Tuition & acceptance rate listed

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