4,989
Preschools
2,734
Elementary Schools
1,358
Middle Schools
1,065
High Schools
2,137
Public District Schools
4,310
Private Schools
6,455
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
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
November 30, 2023
If you want your child to be filled with anxiety, feel discouraged and cry almost daily because they don’t want to go to school, then go for it. Otherwise, please look elsewhere.This is not our first... More
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Ad Fontes Academy
Parent / Guardian
November 30, 2023
Our family is born and raised for generations in Richmond and always attended public school, however with Covid and virtual learning we reached out to St. Catherine’s to keep our daughters in-person.... More
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St. Catherine's School
Parent / Guardian
November 30, 2023
The administration takes issues seriously and is responsive and you can tell they care deeply about the students. Several of the office staff know my son by name and speak to him whenever they see... More
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J G Hening Elementary School