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 09, 2024
This is our first year at Hutchison Farm Elementary and we've been extremely pleased with the staff, the administration, and overall community. Our kids are loving the school and we're happy with the... More
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Hutchison Farm Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 08, 2024
This school has been a disappointment over the years. There academics started off strong when we first started. There are unqualified teachers, no small group instruction, no differentiation of... More
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St John The Apostle Catholic School
Parent / Guardian
May 08, 2024
This school has its pros and cons and is very diverse. Academic wise I believe could be better as I haven’t seen homework all year this year and I’m not a fan of learning things on an iPad but that’s... More
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Fallon Park Elementary School