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Best 23221 Virginia Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 private schools serving 772 students in 23221, VA (there are 2 public schools, serving 767 public students). 50% of all K-12 students in 23221, VA are educated in private schools (compared to the VA state average of 11%).
The top ranked private school in 23221, VA is St. Benedict Catholic School.
80% of private schools in 23221, VA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 23221 Virginia Private Schools (2026-27)

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St. Benedict Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 225 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 7
Catholic
3100 Grove Avenue
Richmond, VA 23221
(804) 254-8850
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Map of Cristo Rey Richmond High School
Cristo Rey Richmond High School
Gr: 9-11 | 202 students
Catholic
304 N Sheppard St
Richmond, VA 23221
(804) 447-4704
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Map of Richmond Academy
Richmond Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 116 students
Avg. class size: 100 students
Seventh Day Adventist
3809 Patterson Ave
Richmond, VA 23221
(804) 784-0036
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Map of Richmond Child Development Cen
Richmond Child Development Cen
Gr: PK-K | 128 students
Daycare / Preschool
3319 Ellwood Ave
Richmond, VA 23221
(804) 355-5093
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Rudlin Torah Academy-Richmond Hebrew Day School Photo
Rudlin Torah Academy-Richmond Hebrew Day School
Gr: K-8 | 101 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 4
Jewish
3809 Patterson Ave
Richmond, VA 23221
(804) 353-1110
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 23221, VA?
The top ranked private schools in 23221, VA is St. Benedict Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in 23221?
5 private schools are located in 23221.
How diverse are private schools in 23221?
23221 private schools are approximately 63% minority students, which is higher than the Virginia private school average of 31%.
What percentage of students in 23221 go to private school?
50% of all K-12 students in 23221 are educated in private schools (compared to the VA state average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 23221?
80% of private schools in 23221 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

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