Very Good
#57 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 12% of private schools
Hidayah Academy
High School
22149 DAVIS DR STE 175, Sterling, VA 20164
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#57 of 457
In Sterling
#2 of 2
public schools
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About Hidayah Academy
Hidayah Academy is a private high school in Sterling, VA. Hidayah Academy serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hidayah Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #57 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- VA avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 52 students, Hidayah 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 5.6:1 students to teachers, Hidayah Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hidayah 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 Hidayah Academy compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Sterling, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hidayah Academy (this school) | 7.8 |
| Sterling Middle | 3.9 |
| Park View High | 6.8 |
| W.O. Robey High | 6.6 |
| Dominion High | 7.8 |
| Seneca Ridge Middle | 5.6 |
| River Bend Middle | 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.
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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
22149 DAVIS DR STE 175, Sterling, VA 20164
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hidayah Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LOUDOUN SCHOOL FOR THE ADVANCED STUDIES (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Ashburn), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Park View High (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sterling, see our Sterling schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Guilford Elementary Sterling | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| FAIRFAX CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dulles | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| VERIZON MEDIA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Dulles | 1.1 mi | — |
| Sterling Middle Sterling | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| THE NEWTON SCHOOL Sterling | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Sterling Elementary Sterling | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| PLAYFUL PLATOS MONTESSORI Ashburn | 1.7 mi | — |
| LOUDOUN SCHOOL FOR THE ADVANCED STUDIES Ashburn | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Forest Grove Elementary Sterling | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Sully Elementary Sterling | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Park View High Sterling | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| KARTER SCHOOL OF CASCADES Sterling | 2.1 mi | — |
| DULLES MONTESSORI SCHOOL Herndon | 2.6 mi | — |
| Dranesville Elementary Herndon | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Clearview Elementary Herndon | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Countryside Elementary Sterling | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Rolling Ridge Elementary Sterling | 2.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Steuart W. Weller Elementary Ashburn | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Hutchison Elementary Herndon | 3.1 mi | 3.3 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Herndon | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20164 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,067
Median Home Value
$526,700
Median Rent
$2,031/mo
Population
42,694
College Educated
38.6%
Homeownership
77.4%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
35
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FUSION ACADEMY LOUDOUN Leesburg, VA | 7.9 |
| York River Academy Yorktown, VA | 7.9 |
| ST MARGARET'S SCHOOL Tappahannock, VA | 8.0 |
| THE GLADYS H OBERLE SCHOOL Fredericksburg, VA | 8.0 |
| TIMBER RIDGE SCHOOL Cross Junction, VA | 7.6 |
| NNBHC-THE ACADEMY AT LEE HALL Newport News, VA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hidayah Academy
What grades does Hidayah Academy serve?
Hidayah Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Hidayah Academy?
Hidayah Academy has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hidayah Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Hidayah Academy is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hidayah Academy rank in VA?
Hidayah Academy ranks #57 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Hidayah Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Hidayah Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hidayah Academy a private school?
Yes, Hidayah Academy is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Hidayah Academy a religious school?
Hidayah Academy has a Islamic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 52
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Loudoun County
- Phone
- (703) 844-0424
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