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Best Norfolk Private Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 19 private elementary schools serving 4,232 students in Norfolk, VA.
The top-ranked private elementary schools in Norfolk, VA include Norfolk Collegiate School, Norfolk Christian Schools, and Ryan Academy Of Norfolk.
The average acceptance rate is 78%, which is lower than the Virginia private elementary school average acceptance rate of 80%.
42% of private elementary schools in Norfolk, VA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top-Ranked Norfolk Private Elementary 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
844 Jerome Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 583-7926
Gr: K-8 | 76 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Saint Patrick Catholic School
Saint Patrick Catholic School Photo
(Catholic)
(2)
1000 Bolling Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23508
(757) 213-0842
Gr: PK-8 | 419 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Pius X School
St. Pius X School Photo
(Catholic)
7800 Halprin Dr
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 588-6171
Gr: PK-8 | 192 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
West Ghent School
Alternative School
1009 W Princess Anne Rd
Norfolk, VA 23507
(757) 622-4403
Gr: PK-1 | 63 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
The Williams School
The Williams School Photo - Logo
419 Colonial Ave
Norfolk, VA 23507
(757) 627-1383
Gr: PK-8 | 166 students 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
Dominion Academy
Special Education School
400 W 24th St
Norfolk, VA 23517
(757) 375-6615
Gr: 1-12 | 37 students
418 E Bute St
Norfolk, VA 23510
(757) 622-5650
Gr: PK-5 | 114 students
Ghent Montessori School
Montessori School
610 Mowbray Arch
Norfolk, VA 23507
(757) 622-8174
Gr: NS-8 | 161 students Avg. class size: 22 students Tuition listed
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
Mcdonald Montessori School
Montessori School
(3)
4200 Granby St
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 423-1800
Gr: K-3 | 34 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Park Place School
(Christian)
(1)
422 Shirley Avenue Norfolk, VA 23517
Norfolk, VA 23508
(757) 624-3473
Gr: 3-8 | 56 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
1421 Kempsville Rd
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 461-5456
Gr: K-1 | 9 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Norfolk, Virginia

Norfolk, Virginia 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
3401 Tidewater Dr
Norfolk, VA 23509
(757) 625-4951
Gr: NS-8 | 264 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate 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 Town (Norfolk)
This State (VA)
# Schools
19 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
4,232 Students
125,119 Students
% Average Students of Color
27%
29%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
432 Teachers
12,365 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
65%
53%
Average Class Size
16 students
14 students
Average Number of AP Courses
17 courses
11 courses
Average SAT score
1258
(Out of 1600)
1221
Average ACT score
27
(Out of 36)
27

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$16,324
$15,572
Average % on Financial Aid
34%
29%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$25,250
$6,531
Average Acceptance Rate
78%
80%
Average Endowment Size
$45 million
$20.31 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.54
0.63
# American Indian Students
7 Students
458 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
209 Students
8,056 Students
% Asian Students
5%
7%
# Hispanic Students
135 Students
5,627 Students
% Hispanic Students
3%
5%
# Black Students
574 Students
10,611 Students
% Black Students
13%
9%
# White Students
2,870 Students
66,459 Students
% White Students
66%
54%
# Hawaiian Students
1 Student
315 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
570 Students
31,372 Students
% of Others Students
13%
25%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
13 extracurriculars
10 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
10 sports
7 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private elementary schools in Norfolk, VA?
The top-ranked private elementary schools in Norfolk, VA include Norfolk Collegiate School, Norfolk Christian Schools, and Ryan Academy Of Norfolk.
How many private elementary schools are located in Norfolk?
19 private elementary schools are located in Norfolk.
How diverse are private elementary schools in Norfolk?
Norfolk private elementary schools are approximately 27% minority students, which is lower than the Virginia private school average of 29%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Norfolk?
42% of private elementary schools in Norfolk are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Which private elementary schools in Norfolk are often viewed compared to one another?

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