4,983
Preschools
2,744
Elementary Schools
1,380
Middle Schools
1,091
High Schools
2,173
Public District Schools
4,293
Private Schools
6,474
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 | 224 schools -
Prince William County Public Schools
89,548 students | MANASSAS, VA
Grades PK, K-12 | 97 schools -
Loudoun County Public Schools
81,066 students | ASHBURN, VA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 100 schools -
VA Beach City Public Schools
65,612 students | VIRGINIA BEACH, VA
Grades PK, K-12 | 87 schools -
Chesterfield County Public Schools
60,840 students | CHESTERFIELD, VA
Grades PK, K-12 | 73 schools
Reviews From Schools in Virginia
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Parent / Guardian
September 10, 2024
Amazing school, outstanding teachers and wonderful environment for children to learn and enjoy their time in school. My daughter started going to Nysmith this year and she is so happier and more... More
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Nysmith School
Parent / Guardian
September 10, 2024
Nysmith has been a tremendous source of joy to our family! This is our third year at the school, and it has been truly transformative. Our son has absolutely blossomed at Nysmith. The teachers,... More
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Nysmith School
Parent / Guardian
September 10, 2024
so far it has been great. Both my kids are at this school
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Discovery Elementary