For the 2026 school year, there are 2 alternative public middle schools serving 134 students in Virginia.
The top-ranked alternative public middle schools in Virginia are Richmond Alternative 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 middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 70% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Alternative Public Middle 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.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked alternative public middle schools in Virginia?
The top-ranked alternative public middle schools in Virginia include Richmond Alternative and Yvonne B. Miller High School.
How many alternative public middle schools are located in Virginia?
2 alternative public middle schools are located in Virginia.
What is the racial composition of students in Virginia?
Virginia alternative public middle schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).