4,980
Preschools
2,725
Elementary Schools
1,356
Middle Schools
1,066
High Schools
2,141
Public District Schools
4,297
Private Schools
6,446
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Virginia based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Virginia at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Virginia offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Virginia
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Fairfax County Public Schools
180,028 students | FALLS CHURCH, VA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 216 schools -
Prince William County Public Schools
89,548 students | MANASSAS, VA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 94 schools -
Loudoun County Public Schools
81,066 students | ASHBURN, VA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 99 schools -
VA Beach City Public Schools
65,612 students | VIRGINIA BEACH, VA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 87 schools -
Chesterfield County Public Schools
60,840 students | CHESTERFIELD, VA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 70 schools
Reviews From Schools in Virginia
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Parent / Guardian
April 19, 2024
My child has brought home coloring sheets and other busy work throughout the week. Surprisingly, there is a lot of screen time and shows / movies shown throughout the year. The material is too easy... More
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Discovery Elementary
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 19, 2024
Not good. Some teachers are rude, especially the 8th grade assistant principal. Several things have happened to me and my friends (something racist or bullying) and she did nothing. Sometimes they... More
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Jolliff Middle School
Parent / Guardian
April 19, 2024
I have a child that attended Burgundy from K-8. In grade 6, we were already to move on from Burgundy, but decided to stay through middle school to maintain consistency for our child. The small class... More
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Burgundy Farm Country Day School