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
May 04, 2024
My son goes to this school. It is a Title 1 school and he has friends from a lot of different backgrounds and uprbringings. He loves all of his teachers and they do a good job of challenging him... More
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W.E. Cundiff Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 04, 2024
The school follows a traditional Montessori pedagogy and the teachers and staff are well connected to enable the children's wellbeing from a 360 perspective. We appreciate the parent / classes and... More
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Full Circle Montessori School
Parent / Guardian
May 04, 2024
We had a terrible time with bullying, safety, communication with staff, communication with financial department. When looking into this school, please know that everything is charged ala carte-meaning... More
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North Cross School