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Newport News, VA•
Private School•
PK, K-12
Sophomore: I have been at Hampton Roads Academy since I was four. The environment at Hampton Roads Academy is amazing. The teachers and staff are wonderful, and they are always willing to help and accommodate each students needs. The academics at the school are also spectacular. The smaller classes allow a student to feel comfortable in the classroom. This leads to students building relationships with their teachers and in turn teaches them how to ask for help and talk to adults. At Hampton Roads Academy I also took part in many activities. This allowed me to find like minded people and build a friend group. Another aspect of Hampton Roads Academy that allows for a trust and bond between the community is the Hampton Roads Academy honor code. The honor code upholds the students to be honest, respectful, and responsible in all aspects of their life. I personally feel like the honor code has helped shape the way I make decisions today. This is why I would recommend to any student.... Read 44 reviews
Students 641
Student-teacher ratio 8:1
#31 Best Private High Schools in Virginia.
Blue checkmark.
Private School,
NEWPORT NEWS, VA,
PK, K-12,
44 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Sophomore says I have been at Hampton Roads Academy since I was four. The environment at Hampton Roads Academy is amazing. The teachers and staff are wonderful, and they are always willing to help and accommodate....
I have been at Hampton Roads Academy since I was four. The environment at Hampton Roads Academy is amazing. The teachers and staff are wonderful, and they are always willing to help and accommodate....
Read 44 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 641,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8 to 1,
Norfolk, VA•
Senior: Norfolk Collegiate has been an academically rigorous school throughout my entire high school career and I feel like I will be prepared for college especially well, just because I went to Norfolk Collegiate. I have made numerous connections at the school from friends to teachers to coaches as the opportunities we are provided with at school are numerous. The only complaint that I have is that it is hard to get a traditional high school experience at Norfolk Collegiate without a football team and the student body is considerably lacking in school spirit. However, the education I wanted was received and I am enormously glad I had the opportunity to go here.... Read 57 reviews
Students 596
Student-teacher ratio 9:1
#44 Best Private High Schools in Virginia.
NORFOLK, VA,
57 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says Norfolk Collegiate has been an academically rigorous school throughout my entire high school career and I feel like I will be prepared for college especially well, just because I went to Norfolk....
Norfolk Collegiate has been an academically rigorous school throughout my entire high school career and I feel like I will be prepared for college especially well, just because I went to Norfolk....
Read 57 reviews.
Students: 596,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9 to 1,
8-12
Senior: I believe that Peninsula Catholic is an awesome school. I came out of middle school with minimal enthusiasm for school, but due to the encouraging and helpful teachers, I ended up finding a lot of joy in school. The teachers here will literally stay an hour and a half after school to help you understand topics and become more confident in their subject. I wouldn’t have wanted to go to any other school and I contribute much of my work ethic and future success to Peninsula Catholic!... Read 95 reviews
Students 284
Student-teacher ratio 12:1
#59 Best Private High Schools in Virginia.
8-12,
95 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says I believe that Peninsula Catholic is an awesome school. I came out of middle school with minimal enthusiasm for school, but due to the encouraging and helpful teachers, I ended up finding a lot of....
I believe that Peninsula Catholic is an awesome school. I came out of middle school with minimal enthusiasm for school, but due to the encouraging and helpful teachers, I ended up finding a lot of....
Read 95 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Students: 284,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12 to 1,
Fairfax, VA•
6-12
Parent: Both of our kids started at The New School in ninth grade, after eight years of public school. It was one of the best parenting decisions we've ever made. Everything about this school is terrific. The teachers are passionate, inspired, and inspiring. Small, topics-driven, seminar-style classes foster creativity and independent thinking, while the welcoming atmosphere makes everyone feel at home. Our two kids turned out to be very different kinds of learners, but both thrived at The New School. Our youngest graduates next year, and we'll be sad to think of not having that day-to-day connection. Can't say enough about this wonderful school!... Read 26 reviews
Students 140
Student-teacher ratio 5:1
FAIRFAX, VA,
6-12,
26 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Both of our kids started at The New School in ninth grade, after eight years of public school. It was one of the best parenting decisions we've ever made. Everything about this school is terrific.....
Both of our kids started at The New School in ninth grade, after eight years of public school. It was one of the best parenting decisions we've ever made. Everything about this school is terrific.....
Read 26 reviews.
Students: 140,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 5 to 1,
Chesapeake, VA•
Junior: Stonebridge is a great school that focuses on equipping the next generation with a Biblical worldview to restore the American nation. The academics are rigorous and very in-depth. AP courses and honors classes are offered. The staff and students are very genuine and will go the extra mile to help out. The whole community is very welcoming, encouraging, and want to help others grow in their faith, academics, and skills. There are so many ways to get involved as a student or parent by joining clubs, sports, drama, or prayer groups. They offer a wide variety of sports from golf to volleyball. Also, throughout the year, they include many “fun days” such as Spiritual Emphasis Week, Retreat, movie nights, etc. Overall, a fantastic school that strives to prepare young people with a strong Biblical foundation and make lasting relationships.... Read 44 reviews
Students 347
#66 Best Private High Schools in Virginia.
CHESAPEAKE, VA,
44 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Junior says Stonebridge is a great school that focuses on equipping the next generation with a Biblical worldview to restore the American nation. The academics are rigorous and very in-depth. AP courses and....
Stonebridge is a great school that focuses on equipping the next generation with a Biblical worldview to restore the American nation. The academics are rigorous and very in-depth. AP courses and....
Students: 347,
York County School Division, VA•
9-12
Senior: Attending York High has been an amazing! I was nominated by my peers two years in a row for homecoming court. I have been on the Varsity soccer team for 4 years and been a member of the swim team for 3 years. . I have made so many new friends and been joined a variety of clubs. York High School has so much Team Spirit. If I could change one thing it would be to have a school Lacrosse team that the school supports like all the other sports. The Lacrosse players have to find rides to the games and they do not get to hold games at our school.... Read 225 reviews
Students 1,137
Student-teacher ratio 15:1
#53 Best Public High Schools in Virginia.
York County School Division, VA,
9-12,
225 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says Attending York High has been an amazing! I was nominated by my peers two years in a row for homecoming court. I have been on the Varsity soccer team for 4 years and been a member of the swim team....
Attending York High has been an amazing! I was nominated by my peers two years in a row for homecoming court. I have been on the Varsity soccer team for 4 years and been a member of the swim team....
Read 225 reviews.
Students: 1,137,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,
Parent: We love Norfolk Christian! Our child was enrolled at age 3 and will soon graduate with an incredible education. Students are academically challenged and well prepared for the college of their choice. The teachers are personally invested in each student. Families develop close, personal bonds and friendships. Couldn't imagine sending my child anywhere else.... Read 77 reviews
Students 726
Student-teacher ratio 10:1
#70 Best Private High Schools in Virginia.
77 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says We love Norfolk Christian! Our child was enrolled at age 3 and will soon graduate with an incredible education. Students are academically challenged and well prepared for the college of their choice.....
We love Norfolk Christian! Our child was enrolled at age 3 and will soon graduate with an incredible education. Students are academically challenged and well prepared for the college of their choice.....
Read 77 reviews.
Students: 726,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10 to 1,
6-8
Alum: When I went to Yorktown Middle School, I had some of the most hardworking teachers. They all went above and beyond to help us understand the lessons and came up with creative ways to learn in the class room. The teachers are very invested in every student. When I got a concussion in seventh grade, all of my teachers called home or emailed me to see how I was doing, and when I returned to school, they stayed excess amount of time after school to help me catch up. As a senior about to graduate from high school, I still call my eighth-grade math teacher if I need a tutor. While the teachers at Yorktown Middle are great, the school atmosphere and school spirit is unmatched. There is only a presence of positivity and school pride in the class rooms, creating a learning environment that is so encouraging and safe.... Read 12 reviews
Students 710
Student-teacher ratio 16:1
#39 Best Public Middle Schools in Virginia.
6-8,
12 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.
Featured Review: Alum says When I went to Yorktown Middle School, I had some of the most hardworking teachers. They all went above and beyond to help us understand the lessons and came up with creative ways to learn in the....
When I went to Yorktown Middle School, I had some of the most hardworking teachers. They all went above and beyond to help us understand the lessons and came up with creative ways to learn in the....
Read 12 reviews.
Students: 710,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
Hampton City Public Schools, VA•
Senior: This school was magnificently beautiful with all of its interior decor and pristine classrooms. When I first walked into the school halls, I was amazed at how well kept and futuristic it looked. I loved this school with all my heart and I wish I could have finished there but I moved away.... Read 1 review
Students 647
#64 Best Public Middle Schools in Virginia.
Hampton City Public Schools, VA,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says This school was magnificently beautiful with all of its interior decor and pristine classrooms. When I first walked into the school halls, I was amazed at how well kept and futuristic it looked. I....
This school was magnificently beautiful with all of its interior decor and pristine classrooms. When I first walked into the school halls, I was amazed at how well kept and futuristic it looked. I....
Read 1 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Students: 647,
Hampton, VA•
Senior: I have been going to Hampton Christian Academy since 5th grade, and I am now a senior. I have enjoyed my experience at this school because of the many opportunities I have been given. I have been able to complete several classes that have given me college credits. I have also been able to participate in service projects and community service opportunities outside of the four walls of the school. I am over all very grateful for my experience and my opportunity.... Read 14 reviews
Students 212
#87 Best Private High Schools in Virginia.
HAMPTON, VA,
14 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says I have been going to Hampton Christian Academy since 5th grade, and I am now a senior. I have enjoyed my experience at this school because of the many opportunities I have been given. I have been....
I have been going to Hampton Christian Academy since 5th grade, and I am now a senior. I have enjoyed my experience at this school because of the many opportunities I have been given. I have been....
Read 14 reviews.
Students: 212,
Yorktown, VA•
Senior: I love Summit Christian! I have thoroughly enjoyed every single one of my years there and most of my peers agree. We are very fortunate to be able to be in a place where the teachers are active in their faith, encourage us in our faith, and genuinely care about us and build relationships. The student body is generally well-behaved and polite. We're prepared for college very well and prepared to go out into the world and defend our faith and beliefs. We study a multitude of classical disciplines like Latin, Debate, Speech, Civics, and more. Inter-grade communication is encouraged, with students of all ages willingly and gladly spending time together.... Read 13 reviews
Students 232
#101 Best Private High Schools in Virginia.
YORKTOWN, VA,
13 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says I love Summit Christian! I have thoroughly enjoyed every single one of my years there and most of my peers agree. We are very fortunate to be able to be in a place where the teachers are active in....
I love Summit Christian! I have thoroughly enjoyed every single one of my years there and most of my peers agree. We are very fortunate to be able to be in a place where the teachers are active in....
Read 13 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: B+,
Students: 232,
K-5
Students 294
Student-teacher ratio 17:1
#333 Best Public Elementary Schools in Virginia.
K-5,
Students: 294,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,
PK, K-8
Parent: So far my experience at this school has been GREAT! We are a military family and my child and my family felt welcomed at this school. As a parent and educator, diversity is important to me. I can reassure you that this school has diversity among students and staff. Most people may look at academics only, but it is important for my children to learn important social skills especially learning to interact with all sorts of cultures despite their disabilities. School lessons have been engaging and great school activities for parent engagement. Suggestion: Separate buses for elementary and middle school students. Suggestion: Too many fundraisers which cause a lot of pressure on students Suggestion: Better Resources Schedule for Elementary students who are in Virtual Learning.... Read 3 reviews
Students 1,490
#445 Best Public Elementary Schools in Virginia.
PK, K-8,
3 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says So far my experience at this school has been GREAT! We are a military family and my child and my family felt welcomed at this school. As a parent and educator, diversity is important to me. I can...School lessons have been engaging and great school activities for parent engagement. Suggestion: Separate buses for elementary and middle school students.Suggestion: Too many fundraisers which cause a lot of pressure on studentsSuggestion: Better Resources Schedule for Elementary students who are in Virtual Learning..
So far my experience at this school has been GREAT! We are a military family and my child and my family felt welcomed at this school. As a parent and educator, diversity is important to me. I can...School lessons have been engaging and great school activities for parent engagement. Suggestion: Separate buses for elementary and middle school students.Suggestion: Too many fundraisers which cause a lot of pressure on studentsSuggestion: Better Resources Schedule for Elementary students who are in Virtual Learning..
Read 3 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: B,
Students: 1,490,
Alum: I graduated From Denbigh Baptist Christian School in May of 2019, I attended DBCS my entire academic career (K5-12). Although there are some areas that could be improved upon primarily sports, I know from experience because from freshman to senior year, I played soccer, basketball, and baseball and enjoyed almost every second of it. I can say that the class sizes are very small and personal where every teach gets to know you on a personal level, they are very accessible and truly care about your success in their class.... Read 9 reviews
Students 224
Student-teacher ratio 14:1
#116 Best Private High Schools in Virginia.
9 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.
Featured Review: Alum says I graduated From Denbigh Baptist Christian School in May of 2019, I attended DBCS my entire academic career (K5-12). Although there are some areas that could be improved upon primarily sports, I....
I graduated From Denbigh Baptist Christian School in May of 2019, I attended DBCS my entire academic career (K5-12). Although there are some areas that could be improved upon primarily sports, I....
Read 9 reviews.
Students: 224,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,
Alum: Excellent school! Eaton gave me the best middle school experience I could ask for. The food wasn't the best. I did get the education I needed.... Read 1 review
Students 574
Student-teacher ratio 13:1
#193 Best Public Middle Schools in Virginia.
1 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Alum says Excellent school! Eaton gave me the best middle school experience I could ask for. The food wasn't the best. I did get the education I needed..
Excellent school! Eaton gave me the best middle school experience I could ask for. The food wasn't the best. I did get the education I needed..
Students: 574,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,
PK, K-5
Students 563
Student-teacher ratio 18:1
#527 Best Public Elementary Schools in Virginia.
PK, K-5,
Students: 563,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 18 to 1,
Students 311
#556 Best Public Elementary Schools in Virginia.
Students: 311,
Senior: Kecoughtan High School allowed everyone to get the opportunity to receive the education we deserved. I personally took advantage of the opportunities they gave the students, so that I could be the best I could be in terms of getting into whatever school I wanted to. I would change nothing about that school, and I am grateful for my excellent experience I had at Kecoughtan High School!... Read 525 reviews
Students 1,627
#194 Best Public High Schools in Virginia.
525 Niche users give it an average review of 3.4 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says Kecoughtan High School allowed everyone to get the opportunity to receive the education we deserved. I personally took advantage of the opportunities they gave the students, so that I could be the....
Kecoughtan High School allowed everyone to get the opportunity to receive the education we deserved. I personally took advantage of the opportunities they gave the students, so that I could be the....
Read 525 reviews.
Students: 1,627,
Students 445
Overall Niche Grade: B minus,
Students: 445,
Students 1,161
Students: 1,161,
Parent: It is clean,beautiful,a good safety environment,a good academics,the teachers are so nice and understanding and administration is amazing I just love the school so much and so does my daughter... Read 4 reviews
Students 661
4 Niche users give it an average review of 3.3 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says It is clean,beautiful,a good safety environment,a good academics,the teachers are so nice and understanding and administration is amazing I just love the school so much and so does my daughter.
It is clean,beautiful,a good safety environment,a good academics,the teachers are so nice and understanding and administration is amazing I just love the school so much and so does my daughter.
Read 4 reviews.
Students: 661,
Students 407
2 Niche users give it an average review of 2 stars.
Read 2 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: C+,
Students: 407,
Students 466
Students: 466,
Parent: Barron is an excellent place for your child to grow academically. The teacher work so hard to get the kids what they need to be successful!... Read 1 review
Students 366
Featured Review: Parent says Barron is an excellent place for your child to grow academically. The teacher work so hard to get the kids what they need to be successful!.
Barron is an excellent place for your child to grow academically. The teacher work so hard to get the kids what they need to be successful!.
Students: 366,
Students 398
Students: 398,
Students 443
Students: 443,
Herndon, VA•
7-12
Senior: When I was younger, school was a source of confidence. I felt like I was good at it and could end the day feeling accomplished. As I got older, that changed. School became frustrating. It began to make me feel badly about myself. This was so discouraging and degrading. I started not wanting to go to school, not wanting to even try. My sophomore year I knew things had to change if I wanted to have a good future and go to a good college. We found Cortona Academy and, honestly, my life changed! Cortona Academy made me feel good about learning again and helped build-up my confidence. They made school less frustrating, making sure I understood something before moving on, making certain I had a strong foundation and could successfully tackle any subject put in my path. Cortona Academy helped bring up my GPA and, most importantly, helped me feel ready for college. I no longer feel discouraged; I no longer feel like I can't. Cortona Academy has shown me that I “can,” no matter what.... Read 24 reviews
Students 75
Student-teacher ratio 6:1
HERNDON, VA,
7-12,
24 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says When I was younger, school was a source of confidence. I felt like I was good at it and could end the day feeling accomplished. As I got older, that changed. School became frustrating. It began to....
When I was younger, school was a source of confidence. I felt like I was good at it and could end the day feeling accomplished. As I got older, that changed. School became frustrating. It began to....
Read 24 reviews.
Students: 75,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6 to 1,
Chevy Chase, MD•
Alum: As a child of international parents moved from school to school, I found Oneness-Family School to be a warm, caring community, where I could explore my passions and interests, engage with my peers on creative projects, learn at my own pace, and enjoy a range of activities, including art, music, yoga, camping, and especially musical theater! At Oneness-Family School, social and emotional learning is taught alongside a challenging academic curriculum. I so much value the "soft skills" and values I learned there. Additionally, I felt heard, cared for and respected by all my teachers, and am still in touch with many today!... Read 16 reviews
Students 127
CHEVY CHASE, MD,
16 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars.
Featured Review: Alum says As a child of international parents moved from school to school, I found Oneness-Family School to be a warm, caring community, where I could explore my passions and interests, engage with my peers on...At Oneness-Family School, social and emotional learning is taught alongside a challenging academic curriculum. I so much value the "soft skills" and values I learned there. Additionally, I felt....
As a child of international parents moved from school to school, I found Oneness-Family School to be a warm, caring community, where I could explore my passions and interests, engage with my peers on...At Oneness-Family School, social and emotional learning is taught alongside a challenging academic curriculum. I so much value the "soft skills" and values I learned there. Additionally, I felt....
Read 16 reviews.
Students: 127,
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