4,980
Preschools
2,723
Elementary Schools
1,355
Middle Schools
1,065
High Schools
2,140
Public District Schools
4,296
Private Schools
6,444
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
June 03, 2024
The school refuses to do anything about bullied. A 5th grader threatened to kill my 3rd grader and the school said to prove it even though 4 other kids saw what happened. Assistant principle refuses... More
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Deep Creek Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
June 02, 2024
The students in this school come from diverse social and economic background. Students are excited about going to school and learning not just academic courses but also extra curricular activities.
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Lees Corner Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
June 02, 2024
Orange county VA high school is a cesspool. They treat the school like a prison and constantly have kids vaping in thr bathrooms. The school is administrator heavy and they treat the kids like prison... More
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Orange Co. High School