St. Anthony of Padua School Photo

Most Selective Private Preschools in Virginia

The average private preschool acceptance rate in Virginia is 86% per year (2024-25).
The most selective school in Virginia is St. Anne's-belfield School, with an acceptance rate of 35%.
Acceptance Rate Range: 35% 85% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 71%

Most Selective Private Preschools in Virginia (2024-25)

School
Acceptance Rate
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
St. Anne's-belfield School
St. Anne's-belfield School Photo
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 35%
Grades: PK-12
2132 Ivy Road
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 296-5106
Rank: #22.
Immanuel Lutheran School
Immanuel Lutheran School Photo
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 38%
Grades: PK-8
1801 Russell Road
Alexandria, VA 22301
(703) 549-0155
Rank: #33.
The Hill School
The Hill School Photo - The Hill School
(13)
Acceptance Rate: 40%
Grades: PK-8
130 South Madison St
Middleburg, VA 20117
(540) 687-5897
Rank: #44.
Saint Patrick Catholic School
Saint Patrick Catholic School Photo
(Catholic)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 50%
Grades: PK-8
1000 Bolling Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23508
(757) 213-0842
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
St. Anne's Academy for Girls
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 55%
Grades: PK-6
6342 Mintbrook Lane
Bealeton, VA 22712
(571) 441-2663
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Veritas School
(Christian)
(7)
Acceptance Rate: 55%
Grades: PK-12
3400 Brook Road
Richmond, VA 23227
(804) 272-9517
Rank: #77.
Acceptance Rate: 61%
Grades: PK-8
3700 Burgundy Road
Alexandria, VA 22303
(703) 329-6968
Rank: #8 - 108. - 10.
Calvary Christian School
(Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 65%
Grades: PK-12
4345 Inn St
Triangle, VA 22172
(703) 221-2016
Rank: #8 - 108. - 10.
The Langley School
The Langley School Photo
(3)
Acceptance Rate: 65%
Grades: NS-8
1411 Balls Hill Road
Mc Lean, VA 22101
(703) 356-1920
Rank: #8 - 108. - 10.
The Nysmith School
The Nysmith School Photo - 1:9 teacher/ student ratio allows teachers to help every child succeed. At The Nysmith School, students receive 45 minutes of hands-on science instruction every day.
Special Program Emphasis
(14)
Acceptance Rate: 65%
Grades: PK-8
13625 EDS Drive
Herndon, VA 20171
(703) 713-3332
Rank: #1111.
Fredericksburg Academy
Fredericksburg Academy Photo - Fredericksburg Academy students are scholars, athletes, artists, and leaders. Our curriculum is designed to build both knowledge and goodness.
(12)
Acceptance Rate: 69%
Grades: PK-12
10800 Academy Drive
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 898-0020
Rank: #12 - 1512. - 15.
Fairfax Christian School
Fairfax Christian School Photo - Fairfax Christian School lower school students benefit from exceptional teachers, and advanced curriculum.
(Christian)
(11)
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Grades: PK-12
22870 Pacific Boulevard
Sterling, VA 20166
(703) 759-5100
Rank: #12 - 1512. - 15.
Hampton Roads Academy
Hampton Roads Academy Photo
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Grades: PK-12
739 Academy Lane
Newport News, VA 23602
(757) 884-9100
Rank: #12 - 1512. - 15.
Sacred Heart Catholic School
Sacred Heart Catholic School Photo - Our teachers make learning fun and interactive through hands on learning, STEAM activities, and our updated technology programs.
(Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Grades: PK-8
540 Central Blvd
Danville, VA 24541
(434) 793-2656
Rank: #12 - 1512. - 15.
Summit Christian Academy
Summit Christian Academy Photo - Class of 2019 Graduates
(Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Grades: PK-12
4209 Big Bethel Road
Yorktown, VA 23693
(757) 208-6701
Rank: #16 - 1816. - 18.
Browne Academy
Browne Academy Photo - Founded in 1941, Browne was the first integrated preschool in Virginia.
(9)
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: NS-8
5917 Telegraph Rd
Alexandria, VA 22310
(703) 960-3000
Rank: #16 - 1816. - 18.
Children's House Montessori School Of Reston
Montessori School
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: PK-K
1625 Wiehle Ave
Reston, VA 20190
(703) 481-6678
Rank: #16 - 1816. - 18.
Wakefield County Day School
Wakefield County Day School Photo - By meeting our volunteer first-responders, our youngest students learn to be responsible citizens and to appreciate those who help others.
(5)
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: PK-12
1059 Zachery Taylor Hwy
Flint Hill, VA 22627
(540) 635-8555
Rank: #19 - 3019. - 30.
Arlington Montessori House
Arlington Montessori House Photo - Arlington Montessori House-Front of both school houses.
Montessori School
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-K
3809 Washington Blvd
Arlington, VA 22201
(703) 524-2511
Rank: #19 - 3019. - 30.
Blessed Sacrament Huguenot Catholic School
Blessed Sacrament Huguenot Catholic School Photo
(Catholic)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: NS-12
2501 Academy Road
Powhatan, VA 23139
(804) 598-4211
Rank: #19 - 3019. - 30.
C.f. Richards Christian School
C.f. Richards Christian School Photo - Kindergarten Grads!
(Seventh Day Adventist)
(3)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-8
414 Sterling St
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 886-4984
Rank: #19 - 3019. - 30.
Evangel Christian School
(Baptist)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-12
14836 Ashdale Ave
Woodbridge, VA 22193
(703) 670-7127
Rank: #19 - 3019. - 30.
Loudoun Country Day School
Loudoun Country Day School Photo - Third grade classes traditionally collect food and provide gift cards for Interfaith Relief as part of their community service projects. Their goal is to collect enough food and gift cards for 100 complete Thanksgiving dinners.
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-8
20600 Red Cedar Drive
Leesburg, VA 20175
(703) 669-2087
Rank: #19 - 3019. - 30.
Millwood School
Millwood School Photo - Millwood Upper School www.millwoodschool.org
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-12
15100 Millwood School Ln
Midlothian, VA 23112
(804) 639-3200
Rank: #19 - 3019. - 30.
Norfolk Christian Schools
Norfolk Christian Schools Photo - Norfolk Christian Upper School Campus
(Christian)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-12
255 Thole St
Norfolk, VA 23505
(757) 423-5770
Rank: #19 - 3019. - 30.
Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School
Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School Photo
(Catholic)
(3)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-8
8250 Woodman Rd
Henrico, VA 23228
(804) 262-1770
Rank: #19 - 3019. - 30.
Potomac Crescent Waldorf School
Potomac Crescent Waldorf School Photo - Students learn through hands-on experiences, music, and the integration of art and academics.
Special Program Emphasis
(4)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: NS-5
212 South Washington Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 486-1309
Rank: #19 - 3019. - 30.
Virginia Beach Friends School
Virginia Beach Friends School Photo - Student artwork is displayed at Norfolk International Airport.
(Friends)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: NS-8
1537 Laskin Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
(757) 428-7534
Rank: #19 - 3019. - 30.
Wakefield School
Wakefield School Photo - Wakefield School is situated on 68 acres in the beautiful rolling hills of Virginia Piedmont horse country. The famous drive up our hill becomes one of the most fond memories for our Wakefield families. In addition to the stunning mountain views and breathtaking sunrises, our students benefit from the expansive outdoor classroom that this natural setting provides.
(4)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-12
4439 Old Tavern Road
The Plains, VA 20198
(540) 253-7544
Rank: #19 - 3019. - 30.
Westminster School
Westminster School Photo - Grizzy makes an appearance at our annual Pep Rally, exciting his many fans in the crowd!
(13)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: NS-8
3819 Gallows Road
Annandale, VA 22003
(703) 256-3620
Rank: #31 - 3831. - 38.
Engleside Christian School
(Baptist)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-6
8428 Highland Lane
Alexandria, VA 22309
(703) 780-4332
Rank: #31 - 3831. - 38.
Hope Lutheran School
Hope Lutheran School Photo - Students learn through hands on experiences at Hope Academy.
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(4)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-K
5350 Providence Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
(757) 424-4894
Rank: #31 - 3831. - 38.
Lighthouse Academy Of Fredericksburg
Montessori School (Christian)
(4)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-12
10713 Tidewater Trl
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 372-9699
Rank: #31 - 3831. - 38.
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-5
1265 Laskin Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
(757) 428-1284
Rank: #31 - 3831. - 38.
Restoration Preparatory Academy
Restoration Preparatory Academy Photo - Student Activities
(Christian)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: NS-12
1901 Boulevard
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
(804) 862-2661
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Virginia average private preschools acceptance rate?
The Virginia average private preschools acceptance rate is 86% for 2024-25.
What are the most selective private preschools in Virginia?
The top ranked private preschools in Virginia include St. Anne's-belfield School, Immanuel Lutheran School and The Hill School.

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