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Norfolk Academy

#2 in Best Private K-12 Schools in Virginia
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private
  • 1-12
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 130 reviews
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A+
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    A+
  2. Diversity
    B+
  3. Teachers
    A+
  4. College Prep
    A+
  5. Clubs & Activities
    A+
  6. Sports
    A
Address
1585 Wesleyan Dr
Norfolk, VA 23502
Telephone
(757) 461-6236
Website
norfolkacademy.org

Applying

Application Deadline
January 31
Application Fee
$60
Interview Required
Yes
Required/Recommended Tests
SSAT

Tuition

Yearly Tuition
$24,100
Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
Received Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid
—
From Norfolk Academy

Founded in 1728, Norfolk Academy is an independent day school preparing students in grades 1-12 for scholarship and leadership at the nation's top colleges and universities. The student-led Honor System and the teacher-coach model shape trusted relationships that are the heartbeat of the school. Students learn that they have a role to play in creating a just society. The school offers an abundance of opportunities to explore and grow. Financial aid is available. Norfolk Academy prepares citizen-scholars—young people with the capacity and the desire to effect meaningful change wherever they go.

Norfolk Academy Rankings

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Academics

Average Graduation Rate
100%
Average SAT
1320
218 responses
Average ACT
31
71 responses
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Culture & Safety

Poll
100%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.14 responses
Poll
86%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.14 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on 56 responses
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  • Buddy system between the first graders and seniors
    25%
  • Field day
    20%
  • Pep rallies that celebrate each sports season
    13%
  • 1st graders pet the bulldog on day one
    11%
  • The annual musical
    11%
  • Homecoming Football Game
    7%
  • The school wide seminar day
    5%

    Students

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,203
    100%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.14 responses
    57%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.14 responses
    93%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.14 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    11:1
    National
    17:1
    Poll
    91%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.22 responses
    Poll
    100%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.22 responses
    Poll
    95%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.22 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    —
    Boys Athletic Participation
    —
    93%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.14 responses
    57%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.14 responses
    86%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.14 responses
    Living in the Area
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B-
    2. Good for Families
      B
    3. Housing
      C
    Area Feel
    Suburban
    Median Household Income
    $47,137
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,003
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $194,800
    National
    $184,700

    Norfolk Academy Reviews

    130 reviews
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    Norfolk Academy provided an extraordinary educational journey for my two children, fueling their curiosity and inspiring them to explore new avenues that they might not have discovered without the incredible teachers and coaches at this school. My oldest child, who came in sixth grade, now studies engineering at an Ivy League university; he particularly loved the robotics team, as well as soccer, swimming, and crew teams. My youngest child, who is a senior at NA, came in first grade, and she has developed a passion for medicine and health, largely through the school's Global Health Fellows program and the Medical Scholars program.
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    Norfolk Academy is an excellent preparatory school which offers students several wonderful resources for college-readiness as well as social and academic skills which will follow the students for the rest of their lives. The faculty is stronger than any other school I have visited, and always knows the students' needs, perhaps due to the smaller class size. The writing program is excellent as well and prepares students above and beyond for college life. The sports program is excellent, and almost every student is heavily involved in some form of after-school activity, whether it be music, sports, or theater. Overall, the school is worth the extra money, and is a wonderflu enirornment for students to thrive and enjoy thier childhood.
    Norfolk Academy has been a phenomenal experience for my AA son, academically. My only compliant is the lack of diversity in the upper school, seems to look better in the lower school. I also think security isn’t as tight as it should be- anyone can come through gate with the right answer. Academically, all classes are taught as AP classes and the college counseling area is often. I appreciate the student- teacher/coach model. It has been beneficial to him learning major life lessons. I love this school.