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 20, 2024
Pros: My children have attended St Mark since preschool and we are grateful for the kind and caring teachers and staff who have helped them grow academically, spiritually and emotionally every year.... More
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St Mark Catholic School
Parent / Guardian
May 20, 2024
My son was a level 4 AAP 4th grade student there. It was obvious that his teacher didn’t like boys, his music teacher was smug and the school counselor was ineffective and misinformed. When the... More
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Kings Glen Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 20, 2024
My son has just completed the 3's ladybug class. From before I enrolled him to when he started, I felt supported with my concerns and worries about my child leaving my full time care. It was the best... More
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Vienna Presbyterian Church Preschool