Very Good
#88 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 19% of private schools
Grace Preparatory School
School
2202 JEFFERSON DAVIS HWY, Stafford, VA 22554
Enrollment
109
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
109
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#88 of 457
In Stafford
#1 of 2
public schools
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About Grace Preparatory School
Grace Preparatory School is a private school in Stafford, VA. Grace Preparatory School serves approximately 109 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #88 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 109 students, Grace Preparatory School 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 8.5:1 students to teachers, Grace Preparatory School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Grace Preparatory School 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 Grace Preparatory School compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Stafford, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grace Preparatory School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Stafford Elementary | 4.4 |
| Anthony Burns Elementary | 5.3 |
| Brooke Point High | 6.9 |
| Stafford Middle | 3.6 |
| Hampton Oaks Elementary | 4.1 |
| Colonial Forge High | 8.0 |
| H.H. Poole Middle | 3.7 |
| Winding Creek Elementary | 6.0 |
| Anne E. Moncure Elementary | 3.4 |
| Rodney E. Thompson Middle | 6.3 |
| Park Ridge Elementary | 4.3 |
| North Stafford High | 6.9 |
| Kate Waller Barrett Elementary | 3.9 |
| Shirley C. Heim Middle | 3.1 |
| Widewater Elementary | 4.0 |
| Andrew G. Wright Middle | 4.8 |
| Garrisonville Elementary | 3.8 |
| Rockhill Elementary | 5.9 |
| Margaret Brent Elementary | 7.5 |
| Mountain View High | 8.4 |
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
2202 JEFFERSON DAVIS HWY, Stafford, VA 22554
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grace Preparatory School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Colonial Forge High (rated 8.0/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Stafford Senior High (rated 7.0/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Fredericksburg), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Brooke Point High (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Stafford, see our Stafford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Stafford Elementary Stafford | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Anthony Burns Elementary Stafford | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Brooke Point High Stafford | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Stafford Middle Stafford | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Hampton Oaks Elementary Stafford | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| H.H. Poole Middle Stafford | 2.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Colonial Forge High Stafford | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| ST WILLIAM OF YORK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Stafford | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Anne E. Moncure Elementary Stafford | 3.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Winding Creek Elementary Stafford | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Park Ridge Elementary Stafford | 3.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Rodney E. Thompson Middle Stafford | 3.4 mi | 6.3 |
| MINNIELAND PRIVATE DAY SCHOOL Stafford | 3.9 mi | — |
| Kate Waller Barrett Elementary Stafford | 4.3 mi | 3.9 |
| North Stafford High Stafford | 3.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Shirley C. Heim Middle Stafford | 4.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Widewater Elementary Stafford | 4.3 mi | 4.0 |
| North Star Early Childhood Education Center Stafford | 4.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Stafford Senior High Fredericksburg | 5.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Rockhill Elementary Stafford | 5.2 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22554 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,268
Median Home Value
$482,600
Median Rent
$2,000/mo
Population
64,605
College Educated
45.4%
Homeownership
80.2%
Avg Commute
38.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
35
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grace Preparatory School
What grades does Grace Preparatory School serve?
Grace Preparatory School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Grace Preparatory School?
Grace Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 109 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grace Preparatory School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Grace Preparatory School rank in VA?
Grace Preparatory School ranks #88 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Grace Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grace Preparatory School 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 Grace Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, Grace Preparatory School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Grace Preparatory School a religious school?
Grace Preparatory School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 109
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 7.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Stafford County
- Phone
- (540) 657-4500
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