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Walsingham Academy

1100 Jamestown Rd Williamsburg, VA 23187
Tel: (757) 229-6026
www.walsingham.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked VA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 496 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $20,257
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • Walsingham Academy is an independent Catholic school in Williamsburg, Virginia.
  • It was founded in 1947 and is administered by the Sisters of Mercy of Merion, Pennsylvania.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked VA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 496 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $20,257
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Walsingham Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Largest student body
AP Courses
Most AP courses offered
School History
Oldest founding date

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeWalsingham Academy
Pre-K35
Kind30
125
233
334
434
524
638
745
840
932
1045
1142
1239
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Year Founded
1947
Colors
Black, White, Red
Campus Size
32 acres

Student Body

Total Students
496 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 31%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Number of AP Courses
23 courses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$20,257
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Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
Online Application

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Trojan
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Trey Christman - College of William & Mary -
    • Mary Blinn - University of Miami -
    • Tanner Schobel - Virginia Tech University -
    • Richard Washington - San Jose State University -
    • Christine McBeath - St. John's University -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Walsingham Academy cost?
Walsingham Academy's tuition is approximately $20,257 for private students.
What schools are Walsingham Academy often compared to?
Walsingham Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Williamsburg Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Walsingham Academy?
The acceptance rate of Walsingham Academy is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 79%.
Who are famous alumni from Walsingham Academy?
Walsingham Academy famous alumni include: Trey Christman - College of William & Mary, Mary Blinn - University of Miami, Tanner Schobel - Virginia Tech University, Richard Washington - San Jose State University and Christine McBeath - St. John's University.
What is Walsingham Academy's ranking?
Walsingham Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Walsingham Academy?
The application deadline for Walsingham Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Williamsburg, VA is $14,208 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Williamsburg, VA is 94% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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