For the 2024-25 school year, there are 134 private schools serving 14,245 students in West Virginia (there are 702 public schools, serving 252,142 students). 5% of all K-12 students in West Virginia attend private schools (compared to the national average of 11%).
The average private school tuition is $5,318 for elementary schools and $5,043 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The top-ranked private schools in West Virginia include The Linsly School, Highland Adventist School, and St. Francis De Sales 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 (2024-25)
Popular neighborhoods: Elm Grove (2 schools), North View (1 schools), Sunnyside (1 schools), Edgwood (1 schools), Woodsdale (1 schools).
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% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in West Virginia?
The top-ranked private schools in West Virginia include The Linsly School, Highland Adventist School, and St. Francis De Sales Central Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in West Virginia?
There are 134 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 $5,318 for elementary schools and $5,043 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in West Virginia?
Approximately 9% of students in West Virginia private schools are minority students (compared to the national percentage).
What percentage of students in West Virginia go to private school?
5% of all K-12 students in West Virginia attend private schools (compared to the national average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in West Virginia?
Which private schools in West Virginia are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in West Virginia include: St. Pauls Elementary School vs. St. Joseph The Worker Grade School, Wee Disciples Christian Academy vs. Morgan Academy, Victory Baptist Academy vs. Greater Beckley Christian School
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