For the 2024-25 school year, there are 1,067 private schools serving 156,505 students in Virginia (there are 2,156 public schools, serving 1,259,966 students). 11% of all K-12 students in Virginia attend private schools (compared to the national average of 11%).
The average private school tuition is $13,805 for elementary schools and $18,156 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The top-ranked private schools in Virginia include Fairfax Christian School, The Madeira School, and BASIS Independent McLean.
The average acceptance rate is 84% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 31% and the student:teacher ratio is 11:1.
Top Ranked Virginia Private Schools by County (2024-25)
County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Virginia?
The top-ranked private schools in Virginia include Fairfax Christian School, The Madeira School, and BASIS Independent McLean.
How many private schools are located in Virginia?
There are 1,067 private schools are located in Virginia.
How much do private schools cost in Virginia?
The average private school tuition in Virginia is $13,805 for elementary schools and $18,156 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Virginia?
Approximately 31% of students in Virginia private schools are minority students (compared to the national percentage).
What percentage of students in Virginia go to private school?
11% of all K-12 students in Virginia attend private schools (compared to the national average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Virginia?
Which private schools in Virginia are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in Virginia include: Rivermont School - Alleghany Highlands vs. Boys Home, Love Covenant Christian School vs. Amelia Academy, Gloucester Montessori School vs. Ware Academy
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