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
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Parent / Guardian
December 11, 2023
I have two children attending Sullins. We have been part of the school for three years and are very pleased. The education my children are receiving eclipses my expectations, which were very high to... More
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Sullins Academy
Parent / Guardian
December 10, 2023
If I could rate it zero stars, I would.
My son spent the year being bullied in front of several of his teachers who did absolutely NOTHING about these students. When I asked him if they noticed what... More
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H.H. Poole Middle School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
December 10, 2023
I served as a Site-Based Substitute at EMES for 60+ days before abruptly receiving an email on a Sunday evening from the LCPS Sub Coordinator, telling me that I was not to report there anymore because... More
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Evergreen Mill Elementary School