Roanoke Catholic School Photo - A look over the Roanoke Catholic School campus and the surrounding area. Roanoke is located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains and has the perfect balance between city and nature.

Best Roanoke City Private High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private high schools serving 520 students in Roanoke City, VA.
The top-ranked private high schools in Roanoke City, VA include Roanoke Catholic School and Community High School.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Virginia private high school average acceptance rate of 80%.
67% of private high schools in Roanoke City, VA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Mennonite and Catholic).

Top-Ranked Roanoke City Private High Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Community High School
Community High School Photo - Community High School was founded in 2002 with a commitment to seminar-style (discussion-based) classes and progressive education. Our rigorous and diverse curriculum taught by a highly qualified faculty of scholars and artists prepares students to succeed at the college level.
Special Program Emphasis
302 Campbell Ave Se
Roanoke, VA 24013
(540) 345-1688
Gr: 9-12 | 66 students Avg. class size: 8 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Roanoke Catholic School
Roanoke Catholic School Photo - Our Early Childhood Program (ages 3-5) is dedicated to the physical, social, and emotional development of the young child in a nurturing Christian environment. Each school day is planned with age-appropriate activities to enhance socialization skills, personal independence, and physical development in a comfortable, happy, play-oriented setting. Indoor and outdoor play are part of each day.
(Catholic)
621 N. Jefferson St
Roanoke, VA 24016
(540) 982-3532
Gr: PK-12 | 327 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Calvary Christian Academy
(Mennonite)
3839 Shenandoah Ave NW
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 867-9848
Gr: K-12 | 127 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Roanoke City, Virginia

Roanoke City Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
2226 Colonial Ave Sw
Roanoke, VA 24015
(540) 494-8356
Gr: K-12 | 19 students
Church Court Day Nursery And K (Closed 2017)
Daycare / Preschool (Church of God)
5125 Hildebrand Rd. Nw
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 362-5300
Gr: PK-K | 94 students

Overview

This County (Roanoke City)
This State (VA)
# Schools
3 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
520 Students
82,974 Students
% Average Students of Color
13%
28%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
68 Teachers
8,731 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
9:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
64%
55%
Average Class Size
12 students
13 students
Average Number of AP Courses
9 courses
12 courses
Average SAT score
1198
(Out of 1600)
1231
Average ACT score
27
(Out of 36)
27

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$9,825
$18,769
Average % on Financial Aid
79%
35%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,000
$12,852
Average Acceptance Rate
95%
80%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.24
0.61
# American Indian Students
1 Student
229 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
17 Students
5,814 Students
% Asian Students
3%
7%
# Hispanic Students
35 Students
3,438 Students
% Hispanic Students
6%
4%
# Black Students
21 Students
7,712 Students
% Black Students
4%
10%
# White Students
503 Students
47,028 Students
% White Students
87%
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
3 Students
17,082 Students
% of Others Students
n/a
21%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
11 extracurriculars
13 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
14 sports
9 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private high schools in Roanoke City, VA?
The top-ranked private high schools in Roanoke City, VA include Roanoke Catholic School and Community High School.
How many private high schools are located in Roanoke City?
3 private high schools are located in Roanoke City.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Roanoke City?
67% of private high schools in Roanoke City are religiously affiliated (most commonly Mennonite and Catholic).

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