Very Good
#94 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 20% of private schools
Dominion Ridge Academy
School
80 N LAKE AVE, Front Royal, VA 22630
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#94 of 457
In Front Royal
#2 of 5
public schools
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About Dominion Ridge Academy
Dominion Ridge Academy is a private school in Front Royal, VA. Dominion Ridge Academy serves approximately 123 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Dominion Ridge Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #94 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 123 students, Dominion Ridge Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.4:1 students to teachers, Dominion Ridge Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Dominion Ridge Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Dominion Ridge Academy compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Front Royal, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dominion Ridge Academy (this school) | 7.4 |
| Warren County High | 6.4 |
| Hilda J. Barbour Elementary | 6.0 |
| Leslie Fox Keyser Elementary | 4.1 |
| Warren County Middle | 5.3 |
| Ressie Jeffries Elementary | 6.0 |
| E. Wilson Morrison Elementary | 4.1 |
| Skyline Middle | 3.1 |
| Skyline High | 6.1 |
| A.S. Rhodes Elementary | 6.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in VA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in VA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
80 N LAKE AVE, Front Royal, VA 22630
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dominion Ridge Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. WAKEFIELD COUNTY DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Huntly), with a comparable rating. Another option is DOMINION RIDGE ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10), a more accessible option. Additionally, LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.0/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Stephens City), a more accessible option. For more schools in Front Royal, see our Front Royal schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DOMINION RIDGE ACADEMY Front Royal | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Warren County High Front Royal | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| MOUNTAIN LAUREL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Front Royal | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Hilda J. Barbour Elementary Front Royal | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Warren County Middle Front Royal | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Leslie Fox Keyser Elementary Front Royal | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| CHELSEA ACADEMY Front Royal | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| VIRGINIA INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Front Royal | 1.9 mi | — |
| Ressie Jeffries Elementary Front Royal | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| E. Wilson Morrison Elementary Front Royal | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Skyline Middle Front Royal | 2.1 mi | 3.1 |
| RANDOLPH-MACON ACADEMY Front Royal | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Skyline High Front Royal | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| A.S. Rhodes Elementary Front Royal | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| WAKEFIELD COUNTY DAY SCHOOL Huntly | 8.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Middletown Elementary Middletown | 10.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Sherando High Stephens City | 11.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Robert E. Aylor Middle White Post | 11.8 mi | 5.1 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Stephens City | 11.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Bass-Hoover Elementary Stephens City | 12.7 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22630 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,513
Median Home Value
$329,500
Median Rent
$1,183/mo
Population
35,211
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
37.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
41.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GRACE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Stafford, VA | 7.4 |
| LIGHTHOUSE ACADEMY OF FREDERICKSBURG Fredericksburg, VA | 7.4 |
| PHILLIPS SCHOOL-ANNANDALE Annandale, VA | 7.4 |
| TABERNACLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Virginia Beach, VA | 7.5 |
| OAKWOOD SCHOOL Annandale, VA | 7.3 |
| VERITAS COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Chesapeake, VA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dominion Ridge Academy
What grades does Dominion Ridge Academy serve?
Dominion Ridge Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Dominion Ridge Academy?
Dominion Ridge Academy has an enrollment of approximately 123 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dominion Ridge Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Dominion Ridge Academy is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Dominion Ridge Academy rank in VA?
Dominion Ridge Academy ranks #94 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Dominion Ridge Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Dominion Ridge Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Dominion Ridge Academy a private school?
Yes, Dominion Ridge Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Dominion Ridge Academy a religious school?
Dominion Ridge Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 123
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Warren County
- Phone
- (540) 635-6799
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