4,980
Preschools
2,724
Elementary Schools
1,356
Middle Schools
1,066
High Schools
2,140
Public District Schools
4,297
Private Schools
6,445
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 | 98 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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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
March 18, 2024
The teachers are not very qualified, and there are way too many worksheets and not enough hands-on experiences, tens frames, hundred charts, math manipulatives, games to foster a love for learning.
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Our Lady of Good Counsel School
Parent / Guardian
March 18, 2024
This school is amazing! There are engaging activities for the kids and also for families! The teachers make your child feel cared for and always are treating them with respect.
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Union Mill Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
March 17, 2024
As a parent of multiple children at the school, VMS has truly become an extension of our home…in all the best ways! The grounds are beautiful - I love that my children get to run and learn outside.... More
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Village Mont School-Bluemont