Best Schools in Dale City, Virginia
4 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Other
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Schools
4
0 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$427,200
home value · ACS
Schools
4
0 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$427,200
home value · ACS
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $119,273
- Median home value
- $427,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 35%
- Avg commute
- 39 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Dale City compares
Virginia rank
#107 of 185
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Virginia avg (6.2)
Median household income
$119k
136% of Virginia median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Dale City, Virginia
Dale City, Virginia is home to 4 schools, including 0 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Dale City show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Dale City is Evangel Christian School with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Dale City's community shows 35% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $119,273. The poverty rate in the area is 6.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Holy Family Catholic SchoolPrivate 197 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated |
| 2 | Merit of Prince WilliamPrivate 68 students · Pre-K–5th | Not Rated |
| 3 | 10 students · Pre-K–4th | Not Rated |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Evangel Christian SchoolPrivate 136 students · Pre-K–10th | Not Rated |
Schools in Dale City
Dale City, Virginia · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$119,273
Median Home Value
$427,200
Median Rent
$1,868/mo
Population
83,798
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
39 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Community Profile
Dale City has a median household income of $119,273. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $427,200, with a median rent of $1,868/month. The local poverty rate of 6.4% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 39 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Virginia
- Elementary
- 3
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Dale City, Virginia
How many schools are in Dale City, Virginia?
Dale City has 4 schools, including 0 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Dale City, Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Dale City is 6.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the education level in Dale City, Virginia?
According to Census data, 35% of adults in Dale City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Dale City, Virginia?
The median household income in Dale City is approximately $119,273 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Dale City, Virginia?
Yes, Dale City has 4 private schools alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is Evangel Christian School with a score of 7.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Dale City, Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dale City is 10.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Dale City, Virginia?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Virginia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.