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Most Selective Private High Schools in Virginia

The average private high school acceptance rate in Virginia is 82% per year (2026-27).

The most selective school in Virginia is St. Catherine's School and Ideaventions Academy For Mathematics And Science, each with an acceptance rate of 22%.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# VA Schools Ranked: 120
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 22%–65%
VA School Avg.: 82%
National School Avg.: 84%

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# VA Schools Ranked: 120
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 22%–65%
VA School Avg.: 82%
National School Avg.: 84%

Virginia Average Acceptance Rate (Trends)

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Year	Virginia (VA) avg
2025	80%
2024	82%
2023	82%
2022	80%
2021	80%
2020	81%
2019	82%
2018	81%
2017	81%
2016	80%
2015	79%

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Show school map — Virginia (acceptance rate range: 22%–65%, avg 82%)

Acceptance Rate Range: 22% 75% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 56%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Virginia average private high schools acceptance rate?

The Virginia average private high schools acceptance rate is 82% for 2026-27.

What are the most selective private high schools in Virginia?

The top ranked private high schools in Virginia include Ideaventions Academy For Mathematics And Science, St. Catherine's School and Nansemond-Suffolk Academy.

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