For the 2026 school year, there are 6 alternative public high schools serving 962 students in Virginia.
The top-ranked alternative public high schools in Virginia are Richmond Alternative, Bryant High School and Yvonne B. Miller High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Virginia alternative public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 81% statewide average).
Virginia alternative public high school have a Graduation Rate of 20%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bryant High School, with 25-29% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Alternative Public High Schools in Virginia (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richmond Alternative
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
119 West Leigh Street
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 780-4388
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 780-4388
Gr: 6-12 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1
Rank: #22.
Bryant High School
Alternative School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2709 Popkins Ln
Alexandria, VA 22306
(703) 660-2001
Alexandria, VA 22306
(703) 660-2001
Gr: 9-12 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Yvonne B. Miller High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
600 E. Main Street, Floor 20
Richmond, VA 23219
(804) 371-0700
Richmond, VA 23219
(804) 371-0700
Gr: 6-12
Rank: #44.
Mountain View High School
Alternative School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5775 Spindle Ct
Centreville, VA 20121
(703) 227-2316
Centreville, VA 20121
(703) 227-2316
Gr: 9-12 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Carver College And Career Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12400 Branders Bridge Road
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6156
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6156
Gr: 9-12 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #66.
Fairfax County Adult High School
Alternative School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6815 Edsall Rd, Suite 211
Springfield, VA 22151
(703) 658-2740
Springfield, VA 22151
(703) 658-2740
Gr: 9-12 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked alternative public high schools in Virginia?
The top-ranked alternative public high schools in Virginia include Richmond Alternative, Bryant High School and Yvonne B. Miller High School.
How many alternative public high schools are located in Virginia?
6 alternative public high schools are located in Virginia.
What is the racial composition of students in Virginia?
Virginia alternative public high schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).