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
Special education children are mistreated and should be looked into. The teahers and staff are the bullies here and principle just as much. They will cover up and sweep under the rugs everything they... More
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Spring Run Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 03, 2024
We have been with Nysmith school almost 8 years and we believe we will have several more years to come. My older son had happily graduated from Nysmith and got into the high school he wanted to go to.... More
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Nysmith School
Parent / Guardian
May 03, 2024
My child went to school here. He was bullied by two teachers in the school. He was given silent lunch because he failed a practice SOL and accused of trying to contact me so I could come for lunch so... More
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Dublin Elementary School