Ware Academy

Ware Academy is a college preparatory school for students in Pre-Kindergarten through eighth grade.
The school empowers each student to achieve academic excellence, emphasizing the development of mind, body and character.
The primary objectives are to educate the whole child to his fullest potential and for students to acquire a respect and a desire for learning in order to develop into independent, life long learners in preparation for productive and fulfilled lives.
The school embraces and appreciates that students possess individual styles.
Ware Academy is a non-profit, non-denominational, non-sectarian independent school founded in 1949.
The school promotes ethnic and racial diversity. Moralistic and ethical principles are fostered, enriching students to develop integrity, empathy and compassion for all living things.
Ware selects students on the basis of academic potential and developmental readiness without regard to race, color, creed, or ethnic origin.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 182 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
182 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Ware Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Dawn R. Fleet

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Drums, Guitar Lessons, Violin
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Ware Academy often compared to?
Ware Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Chesapeake Academy, Gloucester Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Ware Academy offer?
Ware Academy offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Ware Academy?
The application deadline for Ware Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 182 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Virginia is $13,802 for elementary schools and $18,295 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Virginia is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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