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#207 of 457 private schools in VA

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Highland School

School

597 BROADVIEW AVE, Warrenton, VA 20186

Private

Enrollment

446

Student-Teacher

7.4:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#207 of 457

In Warrenton

#2 of 6

public schools

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Highland School

6.4/10

School in Warrenton · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

C.m. Bradley Elementary

6.8/10

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5.8/10

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About Highland School

Highland School is a private school in Warrenton, VA. Highland School serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #207 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it comparesOn par with VA schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 7.4:1 students to teachers, Highland School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Highland 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

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How Highland School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Warrenton, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.4:1
This School
vs
13.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
446
This School
vs
604
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.4
This School
vs
7.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 81.8% vs 0%
Asian 4% vs 0%
Black 3.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.9% vs 0%
Highland School Warrenton Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Highland School (this school) 6.4
C.M. Bradley Elementary 6.8
W.C. Taylor Middle 6.9
Fauquier High 8.6
P.B. Smith Elementary 7.4
James G. Brumfield Elementary 5.0
Auburn Middle 7.4

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,155
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.3 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 32%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 446
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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)

White 81.8%
Two or More 7.4%
Asian 4.0%
Black 3.8%
Hispanic 2.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

597 BROADVIEW AVE, Warrenton, VA 20186

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Highland School may also want to explore other schools in the area. WAKEFIELD SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby The Plains), which scores notably higher. Another option is FRESTA VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Marshall), with a comparable rating. Additionally, COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF WARRENTON VIRGINIA (rated 5.3/10, 6.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Warrenton, see our Warrenton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.1 mi
School Distance Rating
C.M. Bradley Elementary Warrenton 0.1 mi 6.8
ST JOHN EVANGELIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Warrenton 0.9 mi 5.8
W.C. Taylor Middle Warrenton 1.2 mi 6.9
Fauquier High Warrenton 1.2 mi 8.6
ST JAMES' EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Warrenton 1.5 mi 5.8
James G. Brumfield Elementary Warrenton 2.3 mi 5.0
P.B. Smith Elementary Warrenton 2.1 mi 7.4
Auburn Middle Warrenton 4.6 mi 7.4
C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary New Baltimore 6.0 mi 6.5
FRESTA VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Marshall 6.2 mi 5.6
ST MICHAELS ACADEMY Warrenton 6.4 mi 6.6
ST MICHAEL'S ACADEMY Warrenton 6.4 mi 4.8
Kettle Run High Nokesville 6.4 mi 7.7
WAKEFIELD SCHOOL The Plains 8.5 mi 7.8
COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF WARRENTON VIRGINIA Warrenton 6.7 mi 5.3
Greenville Elementary Nokesville 6.8 mi 8.2
MOUNTAINSIDE MONTESSORI Marshall 9.1 mi 4.8
W.G. Coleman Elementary Marshall 9.6 mi 4.7
Marshall Middle Marshall 9.7 mi 6.0
Liberty High Bealeton 10.1 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20186 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,813

Median Home Value

$485,000

Median Rent

$1,541/mo

Population

15,433

College Educated

43.9%

Homeownership

66.3%

Avg Commute

33.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

40.4

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FAIRFAX BAPTIST TEMPLE ACADEMY Fairfax Station, VA 6.5
STONEBRIDGE SCHOOL Chesapeake, VA 6.6
GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Richmond, VA 6.2
NORFOLK CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Norfolk, VA 6.2
RICHMOND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chesterfield, VA 6.2
NORTH CROSS SCHOOL Roanoke, VA 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Highland School

What grades does Highland School serve?

Highland School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Highland School?

Highland School has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland School?

The student-teacher ratio at Highland School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Highland School rank in VA?

Highland School ranks #207 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Highland School's MySchoolScout rating?

Highland School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Highland School a private school?

Yes, Highland School 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 Highland School a religious school?

No, Highland School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
446
Gender Split
54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
165 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fauquier County

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