4,972
Preschools
2,739
Elementary Schools
1,373
Middle Schools
1,082
High Schools
2,172
Public District Schools
4,271
Private Schools
6,459
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Virginia based on a variety of measures. Find out more about °ÅÀÖÊÓÆµ 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
179,858 students | FALLS CHURCH, VA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 224 schools -
Prince William County Public Schools
91,101 students | MANASSAS, VA
Grades PK, K-12 | 97 schools -
Loudoun County Public Schools
81,678 students | ASHBURN, VA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 100 schools -
VA Beach City Public Schools
65,456 students | VIRGINIA BEACH, VA
Grades PK, K-12 | 87 schools -
Chesterfield County Public Schools
63,916 students | CHESTERFIELD, VA
Grades PK, K-12 | 73 schools
Reviews From Schools in Virginia
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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
October 31, 2025
The principal and my grandsons teacher need anger management. I have never seen a teacher buck up on a parent for taking their child to the bathroom on a field trip. I will be giving the video to the... More
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Crewe Primary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
October 31, 2025
I’ve had nothing but bad experiences since the school year started. Many staff members lack respect, accountability, and boundaries. During morning drop-off, I repeatedly asked a teacher (dressed as... More
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Parkside Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
October 31, 2025
We are in our ninth year as Holy Spirit parents and currently have four children enrolled. Our oldest started in Kindergarten and is now in 8th grade, while our youngest just began pre-K. When we... More
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Holy Spirit School