The Madeira School has secured its position at the pinnacle of Virginia education, claiming the top spot in two prestigious categories on Niche’s 2025 Best Schools list. The all-girls powerhouse swept both the “Best Boarding School” and “Best Girls High School” rankings in Virginia, marking another year of educational excellence.
The school’s dominance extends beyond Virginia’s borders, as Madeira also outperformed all competitors in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area, maintaining its No. 1 ranking in both categories. This dual achievement in the nation’s capital region underscores Madeira’s commitment to providing an unparalleled educational experience for young women.
This latest recognition from Niche, a leading school ranking platform, reinforces Madeira’s long-standing reputation for academic rigor and boarding school excellence. The rankings reflect the school’s continued success in preparing young women for leadership roles and academic achievement in an environment that fosters both personal growth and academic excellence.
For families seeking top-tier education in the area, Madeira’s consistent performance at the highest levels sets a clear benchmark for excellence in girls’ education and boarding school experience. Madeira.org
This article originally appeared in the April 2025 issue.
