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Dooley School at St. Joseph's Villa
School
8000 BROOK RD, Richmond, VA 23227
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Grades
2nd – 11th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Grades
2nd – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Dooley School at St. Joseph's Villa
School in Richmond · grades 2nd – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Chamberlayne Elementary
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George H. Moody Middle
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About Dooley School at St. Joseph's Villa
Dooley School at St. Joseph's Villa is a private school in Richmond, VA. Dooley School at St.
Joseph's Villa serves approximately 28 students, and covers grades 2nd-11th, and has a 3.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly. Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 28 students, Dooley School at St. Joseph's Villa 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 3.5:1 students to teachers, Dooley School at St. Joseph's Villa sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Dooley School at St. Joseph's Villa 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 Dooley School at St. Joseph's Villa compares to 92 public schools serving similar grades in Richmond, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dooley School at St. Joseph's Villa (this school) | — |
| Chamberlayne Elementary | 4.0 |
| George H. Moody Middle | 6.0 |
| Brookland Middle | 2.6 |
| Lakeside Elementary | 4.1 |
| Maude Trevvett Elementary | 6.3 |
| Elizabeth Holladay Elementary | 2.6 |
| L. Douglas Wilder Middle | 5.8 |
| Henrico High | 6.4 |
| Henderson Middle | 4.1 |
| John Marshall High | 6.9 |
| Richmond Career Education and Employment Charter School | 5.0 |
| Laburnum Elementary | 2.1 |
| Hermitage High | 4.7 |
| Charles M. Johnson Elementary | 2.5 |
| Frances W. McClenney Elementary | 2.7 |
| Dumbarton Elementary | 2.5 |
| Linwood Holton Elementary | 8.2 |
| Crestview Elementary | 6.3 |
| Barack Obama Elementary | 4.3 |
| Skipwith Elementary | 3.2 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 2nd – 11th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Address
- 8000 BROOK RD, Richmond, VA 23227
- Phone
- (804) 553-3265
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in VA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
8000 BROOK RD, Richmond, VA 23227
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dooley School at St. Joseph's Villa may also want to explore other schools in the area. Linwood Holton Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 3.2 miles away). Another option is THE NEW COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.6 miles away). Additionally, John Marshall High (rated 6.9/10, 2.7 miles away). For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chamberlayne Elementary Richmond | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| George H. Moody Middle Richmond | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Longdale Elementary Glen Allen | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Brookland Middle Richmond | 1.4 mi | 2.6 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Richmond | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Lakeside Elementary Richmond | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Maude Trevvett Elementary Richmond | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Elizabeth Holladay Elementary Richmond | 1.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Henderson Middle Richmond | 2.6 mi | 4.1 |
| THE NEW COMMUNITY SCHOOL Richmond | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| L. Douglas Wilder Middle Richmond | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| John Marshall High Richmond | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Richmond Career Education and Employment Charter School Richmond | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Henrico High Richmond | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Frances W. McClenney Elementary Richmond | 3.2 mi | 2.7 |
| Linwood Holton Elementary Richmond | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Greenwood Elementary Glen Allen | 3.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Laburnum Elementary Richmond | 3.0 mi | 2.1 |
| Charles M. Johnson Elementary Richmond | 3.2 mi | 2.5 |
| VERITAS SCHOOL Richmond | 3.7 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23227 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,537
Median Home Value
$329,700
Median Rent
$1,306/mo
Population
25,574
College Educated
46.9%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
19.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
43.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dooley School at St. Joseph's Villa
What grades does Dooley School at St. Joseph's Villa serve?
Dooley School at St. Joseph's Villa serves students in grades 2nd through 11th.
How many students attend Dooley School at St. Joseph's Villa?
Dooley School at St. Joseph's Villa has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dooley School at St. Joseph's Villa?
The student-teacher ratio at Dooley School at St. Joseph's Villa is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Dooley School at St. Joseph's Villa a private school?
Yes, Dooley School at St. Joseph's Villa is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Dooley School at St. Joseph's Villa a religious school?
No, Dooley School at St. Joseph's Villa is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 11th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Gender Split
- 75% M / 25% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Henrico County
- Phone
- (804) 553-3265
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