For the 2024 school year, there are 132 private schools serving 14,397 students in West Virginia (there are 696 public schools, serving 252,477 students). 5% of all K-12 students in West Virginia are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $6,694 for elementary schools and $6,824 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in West Virginia include The Linsly School, Highland Adventist School and St. Francis Central Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 90% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 9% and the student:teacher ratio is 11:1.
Top Ranked West Virginia Private Schools by County (2024)
Popular neighborhoods: Elm Grove (2 schools), North View (1 schools), Sunnyside (1 schools), Edgwood (1 schools), Woodsdale (1 schools).
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# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in West Virginia?
The best top ranked private schools in West Virginia include The Linsly School, Highland Adventist School and St. Francis Central Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in West Virginia?
132 private schools are located in West Virginia.
How much do private schools cost in West Virginia?
The average private school tuition in West Virginia is $6,694 for elementary schools and $6,824 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in West Virginia?
West Virginia private schools are approximately 9% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in West Virginia go to private school?
5% of all K-12 students in West Virginia are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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