23518 Virginia Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 400 students in 23518, VA (there are 5 public schools, serving 3,035 public students). 12% of all K-12 students in 23518, VA are educated in private schools (compared to the VA state average of 11%).
The top ranked private schools in 23518, VA include St. Pius X School and Ryan Academy Of Norfolk.
The average acceptance rate is 88%, which is higher than the Virginia private school average acceptance rate of 82%.
33% of private schools in 23518, VA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 23518 Virginia Private Schools (2026-27)

Ryan Academy Of Norfolk Photo
Gr: K-8 | 76 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 3
844 Jerome Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 583-7926
St. Pius X School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 192 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 8
Catholic
7800 Halprin Dr
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 588-6171
Map of Building Blocks Preschool
Gr: PK-K | 132 students
Daycare / Preschool
844 Jerome Ave
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 583-6389
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23518, Virginia Private Schools (Closed)

Map of Calvary Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 176 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Christian
2331 E Little Crk Rd
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 583-9730
Map of Mclea School
Gr: PK-6 | 3 students
745 Bancker Rd
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 587-7841

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 23518, VA?
The top ranked private schools in 23518, VA include St. Pius X School and Ryan Academy Of Norfolk.
How many private schools are located in 23518?
3 private schools are located in 23518.
What percentage of students in 23518 go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in 23518 are educated in private schools (compared to the VA state average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 23518?
33% of private schools in 23518 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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