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Top 10 Best Virginia Private Schools Belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 17 private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools serving 5,339 students in Virginia. You can also find more schools membership associations in Virginia.
The top ranked private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools in Virginia include Norfolk Academy, Woodberry Forest School, and Prince William Academy.
The average tuition cost is $24,450, which is higher than the Virginia private school average tuition cost of $17,481.
35% of private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools in Virginia are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools in Virginia (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
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.
1585 Wesleyan Dr
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 455-5582
Grades: 1-12
| 1,208 students
Prince William Academy
Prince William Academy Photo
(7)
3480 Commission Court
Woodbridge, VA 22192
(703) 491-1444
Grades: NS-8
| 251 students
Carlisle School
Carlisle School Photo - Carlisle was named among the top 4,000 STEM schools in the nation and #125 in Virginia by Newsweek.
(2)
300 Carlisle Rd
Axton, VA 24054
(276) 632-7288
Grades: PK-12
| 279 students
The Carmel School
The Carmel School Photo - The Carmel School
(Christian)
(5)
9020 Jericho Road
Ruther Glen, VA 22546
(804) 448-3288
Grades: PK-12
| 244 students
Dominion Christian School
Dominion Christian School Photo - Engaging students of all ages in the Great Conversation
(Christian)
(4)
1545 Dranesville Road
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 758-1055
Grades: K-12
| 339 students
Isle Of Wight Academy
17111 Courthouse Highway
Isle Of Wight, VA 23397
(757) 357-3866
Grades: PK-12
| 702 students
Kenston Forest School
(Christian)
75 Ridge Road
Blackstone, VA 23824
(434) 292-7218
Grades: PK-12
| 409 students
The New Community School
The New Community School Photo - Massey Hall at The New Community School
Special Education School
(1)
4211 Hermitage Rd
Richmond, VA 23227
(804) 266-2494
Grades: 5-12
| 229 students
Peabody School
Peabody School Photo - Middle School orchestra students prepare for their spring music performances and the Music in the Parks competition.
Special Program Emphasis
(4)
1232 Stoney Ridge Road
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 296-6901
Grades: PK-8
| 233 students
Providence Academy
Providence Academy Photo - Providence Academy students participate in a variety of community service activities throughout the school year.
(Christian)
(10)
835 Lee Ave. SW
Leesburg, VA 20175
(571) 252-9259
Grades: PK-8
| 256 students
Richmond Waldorf School
Richmond Waldorf School Photo - Kindergarten and preschool is meant for the development of healthy social skills, work habits, and a strong sense of self! Through daily artistic activities children nurture their imaginations all while developing a foundation for learning. A balance of work and play is beautifully weaved with song, story, and games to promote a healthy, happy childhood.
Special Program Emphasis
(5)
1301 Robin Hood Road
Richmond, VA 23227
(804) 377-8024
Grades: PK-8
| 211 students
Riverside School
Riverside School Photo - Riverside School is Virginia's most trusted school for children with dyslexia in grades K-8.
Special Education School
2110 Mcrae Road
Richmond, VA 23235
(804) 320-3465
Grades: 1-8
| 93 students
St. Andrew's School
St. Andrew's School Photo - The students of St. Andrew's School and our historic, 1901 building in the Oregon Hill section of Richmond, VA.
(Episcopal)
227 S Cherry Street
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 648-4545
Grades: K-5
| 85 students
Saint Patrick Catholic School
Saint Patrick Catholic School Photo
(Catholic)
(2)
1000 Bolling Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23508
(757) 213-0842
Grades: PK-8
| 409 students
Woodberry Forest School
Woodberry Forest School Photo
All-boys
(1)
898 Woodberry Forest Rd
Woodberry Forest, VA 22989
(540) 672-3900
Grades: 9-12
| 391 students
Chesapeake Bay Academy
Chesapeake Bay Academy Photo - Empowering children who learn differently for over 30 years.
Special Education School
(2)
821 Baker Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
(757) 497-6200
Grades: 1-12
| n/a students
9431 Silver King Court
Fairfax, VA 22031
(703) 691-3040
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students

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