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20186 Virginia Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 1,051 students in 20186, VA (there are 4 public schools, serving 2,637 public students). 28% of all K-12 students in 20186, VA are educated in private schools (compared to the VA state average of 11%).
The top ranked private schools in 20186, VA include Highland School, St. John Evangelist Elementary School, and Saint James' Episcopal School.
The average acceptance rate is 85%, which is higher than the Virginia private school average acceptance rate of 82%.
67% of private schools in 20186, VA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Episcopal).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 20186 Virginia Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Highland School
Highland School
Gr: PK-12 | 503 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 12
597 Broadview Ave
Warrenton, VA 20186
(540) 878-2700
(1)
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Map of Saint James' Episcopal School
Saint James' Episcopal School
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Extracurriculars: 3
Episcopal
73 Culpeper St
Warrenton, VA 20186
(540) 347-3855
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St. John Evangelist Elementary School Photo
St. John Evangelist Elementary School
Gr: PK-8 | 278 students
Catholic
271 Winchester St.
Warrenton, VA 20186
(540) 347-2458
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20186, Virginia Private Schools (Closed)

Map of The Boxwood Montessori School
The Boxwood Montessori School
Gr: PK-1 | 22 students
Montessori School
507 Winchester St
Warrenton, VA 20186
(540) 347-1679
(2)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 20186, VA?
The top ranked private schools in 20186, VA include Highland School, St. John Evangelist Elementary School, and Saint James' Episcopal School.
How many private schools are located in 20186?
3 private schools are located in 20186.
What percentage of students in 20186 go to private school?
28% of all K-12 students in 20186 are educated in private schools (compared to the VA state average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 20186?
67% of private schools in 20186 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Episcopal).

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