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School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall
A
Matriculation A
Academics A
Extracurriculars A-
Community B
Reviews A+
Since its inception, the mission of VES has been to give every student the attention and resources they need to achieve their complete potential in school, college and life. VES brings together a comprehensive curriculum, engaging faculty and staff and supportive community to effectively encourage, enable and guide any student towards full stature. On a beautiful 160-acre campus, the Virginia Episcopal School provides an atmosphere where students can thrive. Small classes and energizing teachers create an exciting and interactive environment.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$81,700
Enrollment
250
International Students
20%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
80%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:6
Endowment
$40 million
AP
17
Average SAT Score
1245
Average ACT Score
31
Class Size
12
Boarding %
70

Matriculation

Matriculation

(2024)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 1
#9 California Institute of Technology 1
#17 Cornell University 1
#20 University of California: Los Angeles 1
#22 University of California: Berkeley 1
#23 University of Michigan 1
#25 University of Virginia 4
#28 New York University 3
#28 Tufts University 2

AP Scores

(2021)
Number of students who took AP tests
48
Number of tests taken
183
10%
31%
30%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

AP Courses

(17)
French Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physics 1
French Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physics 1
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Statistics
Comparative Government and Politics
United States Government and Politics
United States History
World History
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Music Theory
Studio Art: 2-D Design
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Sports

(14)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Mountain Biking
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(30)
Alpha Order — Admissions
Ancient and Infernal Order of Prevaricators (Creative Writing Club)
Anime Club
Basia Librum (book club)
Bishop TV
Bishop Radio
Alpha Order — Admissions
Ancient and Infernal Order of Prevaricators (Creative Writing Club)
Anime Club
Basia Librum (book club)
Bishop TV
Bishop Radio
Board Game Club
Captain’s Club (Athletics and Leadership)
Chess Club
Cyber Security Club
Debate Club
DIG Bible Study
Garden Club
GSA
Green Team (Sustainability)
Library Club
Literary Journal
Mathematics Team
Model UN
Peer Tutoring
Pratfall Club
Publications:The Meteor student paper & The Vestige Yearbook
Quiz Bowl
Robotics
Rubik’s Cube Club
Sketchbook Club
Stock Market Club
TEAMS (Test of Engineering Aptitude
Math & Science Competition) Academic Team
Vestry
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Arts

(12)
Acting
Chamber Choir
Jazz
Music Theory
Public Speaking
Theater
Acting
Chamber Choir
Jazz
Music Theory
Public Speaking
Theater
Vocal
Ceramics
Digital Photography
Filmmaking
Portfolio
Studio Art
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School Link

Contact Info

http://www.ves.org
400 VES Road, Lynchburg, VA 24503
434-385-3607
admission@ves.org
Virginia

Basic Info

Co-ed
Boarding Grades: 9-12
Rural
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1916
Campus Size: 160 acres
Boarding Rate: 70%
Religious Affiliation: Episcopal

Application Info

Deadline: 02/01
Interview: On Campus, Zoom
Pre Interview: Required Vericant
Other Accepted Scores: Duolingo,SAT,PSAT
School Code:
TOEFL: 8110
SSAT: 7972
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Frequently Ask Questions about Virginia Episcopal School

Tell me a bit about Virginia Episcopal School.
Virginia Episcopal School is Co-ed private boarding school located in Virginia, US. It was founded 1916 , and currently has about 250 students, 20.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.ves.org.
Does Virginia Episcopal School have rigorous academic requirements?
Virginia Episcopal School is offering 17 AP courses.

In recent years, 31 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

Virginia Episcopal School also have 80% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Virginia Episcopal School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 12.06% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 18.53% go to top 25, and about 1.47% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Virginia Episcopal School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Virginia Episcopal School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for Virginia Episcopal School?
The total fee for Virginia Episcopal School in 2024 is $81,700 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admission@ves.org .
Where is Virginia Episcopal School located?
Virginia Episcopal School is located in the State of Virginia of USA.
How popular is Virginia Episcopal School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Virginia Episcopal School is among the most popular schools, within top 67 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Virginia Episcopal School has been favorited by 496 users.
How do I complete an application for Virginia Episcopal School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Virginia Episcopal School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Virginia Episcopal School’s official site: http://www.ves.org or call them at 434-385-3607.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Virginia Episcopal School?
Yes, here are few: Chatham Hall, Fishburne Military School and Hargrave Military Academy.

What is the FindingSchool rating for Virginia Episcopal School?
The overall rating for Virginia Episcopal School is A.

The section ratings of Virginia Episcopal School are:
A for Matriculation
A for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
B for Community
A+ for Students and Parents reviews

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Nearby City

Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, the capital of North Carolina, is renowned for its prestigious universities, including North Carolina State University. Together with Chapel Hill and Durham, it forms the Research Triangle, a hub for technology and academic research. The city is home to historic landmarks like the North Carolina State Capitol, a Greek Revival-style building from the 19th century, featuring a statue of George Washington dressed as a Roman general in its rotunda. Raleigh’s blend of educational institutions, cultural attractions, and vibrant tech industry makes it a dynamic and growing city.
Population (2022) 392,552
Cost of Living Lower than the national average 4%
Nearby Airport Raleigh-Durham International Airport

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