Norfolk Academy Photo - Norfolk Academy's Wynne-Darden stadium features a turf field for football and lacrosse. The school has more than 70 athletic teams, and the majority of students participate in at least one season of athletics. Facilities include multiple playing fields, several gymnasiums, a weight room, and an indoor pool.

Best Norfolk City Private High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 private high schools serving 2,938 students in Norfolk City, VA.
The top-ranked private high schools in Norfolk City, VA include Norfolk Academy, Ocean View Christian Academy, and Norfolk Collegiate School.
The average acceptance rate is 74%, which is lower than the Virginia private high school average acceptance rate of 80%.
55% of private high schools in Norfolk City, VA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Jewish).

Top-Ranked Norfolk City Private High Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Norfolk Academy
Norfolk Academy Photo - Norfolk Academy's Wynne-Darden stadium features a turf field for football and lacrosse. The school has more than 70 athletic teams, and the majority of students participate in at least one season of athletics. Facilities include multiple playing fields, several gymnasiums, a weight room, and an indoor pool.
(1)
1585 Wesleyan Dr
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 455-5582
Gr: 1-12 | 1,208 student Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 20 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Norfolk Christian Schools
Norfolk Christian Schools Photo - Norfolk Christian Upper School Campus
(Christian)
(2)
255 Thole St
Norfolk, VA 23505
(757) 423-5770
Gr: PK-12 | 764 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Norfolk Collegiate School
Norfolk Collegiate School Photo - Middle school students use the green room to film a short video for class. The room is equipped with movie editing software, iPads and more for students to utilize.
(5)
7336 Granby St
Norfolk, VA 23505
(757) 480-2885
Gr: PK-12 | 589 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 31 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Ocean View Christian Academy
Ocean View Christian Academy Photo
(Christian)
9504 Selby Pl
Norfolk, VA 23503
(757) 583-1808
Gr: NS-12 | 203 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Barry Robinson Center
Alternative School (Catholic)
443 Kempsville Rd
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 455-6100
Gr: 2-12 | 49 students
Bina High School
All-girls (Jewish)
425 Washington Park
Norfolk, VA 23517
(757) 627-2462
Gr: 11-12 | 4 students
The Hague School
Special Program Emphasis
739 Yarmouth St
Norfolk, VA 23510
(757) 317-3033
Gr: 9 | 10 students
Kempsville Center For Behavioral Health
Special Education School
860 Kempsville Rd
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 455-0253
Gr: 6-12 | 29 students
Lighthouse Christian Academy
(Church of God)
(1)
5160 A Beamon Rd
Norfolk, VA 23513
(757) 855-3563
Gr: PK-12 | 49 students
Roadstead Montesorri High School
Montessori School
400 W. Olney Rd., Suite E.
Norfolk, VA 23507
(757) 319-0663
Gr: 8-12 | 14 students Avg. class size: 14 students
Yeshiva Aish Kodosh Talmudical Academy
All-boys (Jewish)
612 Colonial Ave
Norfolk, VA 23507
(757) 623-6070
Gr: 9-12 | 19 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Norfolk City, Virginia

Norfolk City Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Bayview Christian School (Closed 2006)
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
707 E Bayview Blvd
Norfolk, VA 23503
(757) 480-9154
Gr: NS-PK | 20 students
2331 E Little Crk Rd
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 583-9730
Gr: PK-12 | 176 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
969 Philpotts Rd
Norfolk, VA 23513
(757) 853-0111
Gr: PK-5 | 91 students
154 W Government Ave
Norfolk, VA 23503
(757) 583-1873
Gr: K-9 | 151 students
745 Bancker Rd
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 587-7841
Gr: PK-6 | 3 students
St. John Lutheran School (Closed 2025)
Alternative School (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
8918 Tidewater Dr
Norfolk, VA 23503
(757) 588-8227
Gr: PK-1 | 51 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed

Overview

This County (Norfolk City)
This State (VA)
# Schools
11 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
2,938 Students
82,974 Students
% Average Students of Color
23%
28%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
290 Teachers
8,731 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
9:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
55%
Average Class Size
16 students
13 students
Average Number of AP Courses
17 courses
12 courses
Average SAT score
1258
(Out of 1600)
1231
Average ACT score
27
(Out of 36)
27

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$20,050
$18,769
Average % on Financial Aid
28%
35%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$50,000
$12,852
Average Acceptance Rate
74%
80%
Average Endowment Size
$85 million
$57.41 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.46
0.61
# American Indian Students
7 Students
229 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
160 Students
5,814 Students
% Asian Students
5%
7%
# Hispanic Students
83 Students
3,438 Students
% Hispanic Students
3%
4%
# Black Students
344 Students
7,712 Students
% Black Students
12%
10%
# White Students
2,185 Students
47,028 Students
% White Students
72%
58%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
232 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
243 Students
17,082 Students
% of Others Students
8%
21%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
16 extracurriculars
13 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
13 sports
9 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private high schools in Norfolk City, VA?
The top-ranked private high schools in Norfolk City, VA include Norfolk Academy, Ocean View Christian Academy, and Norfolk Collegiate School.
How many private high schools are located in Norfolk City?
11 private high schools are located in Norfolk City.
How diverse are private high schools in Norfolk City?
Norfolk City private high schools are approximately 23% minority students, which is lower than the Virginia private school average of 28%.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Norfolk City?
55% of private high schools in Norfolk City are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Jewish).
Which private high schools in Norfolk City are often viewed compared to one another?

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