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#202 of 457 private schools in VA

Top 44% of private schools

Holy Family Catholic School

Elementary School

14160 FERNDALE RD, Dale City, VA 22193

Private

Enrollment

189

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#202 of 457

In Dale City

#2 of 3

public schools

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Holy Family Catholic School

6.5/10

Elementary School in Dale City · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Bel Air Elementary

5.4/10

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Dale City Elementary

6.9/10

0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Holy Family Catholic School

Holy Family Catholic School is a private elementary school in Dale City, VA. Holy Family Catholic School serves approximately 189 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Family Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #202 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.3 pts above VA schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 189 students, Holy Family Catholic 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.

Holy Family Catholic 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.

Schools in Dale City

No public schools found in Dale City for comparison. 3 other private schools in the area.

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)
C 2.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,267
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 72%
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
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Enrollment 189
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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)

Hispanic 40.2%
White 28.0%
Black 16.4%
Two or More 9.0%
Asian 5.8%
Pacific Islander 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

14160 FERNDALE RD, Dale City, VA 22193

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Family Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John D. Jenkins Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Woodbridge), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fannie W. Fitzgerald Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Woodbridge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Old Bridge Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Woodbridge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dale City, see our Dale City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Bel Air Elementary Woodbridge 0.1 mi 5.4
Dale City Elementary Woodbridge 0.8 mi 6.9
CLOVERDALE SCHOOL Woodbridge 1.0 mi
Gar-Field High Woodbridge 0.9 mi 6.1
Neabsco Elementary Woodbridge 1.4 mi 7.3
CHRIST CHAPEL ACADEMY Woodbridge 1.1 mi 7.4
George M. Hampton Middle Woodbridge 1.3 mi 4.5
John D. Jenkins Elementary Woodbridge 1.5 mi 8.0
EVANGEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dale City 1.5 mi 6.7
Minnieville Elementary Woodbridge 1.4 mi 7.6
Fannie W. Fitzgerald Elementary Woodbridge 2.1 mi 7.7
Kerrydale Elementary Woodbridge 2.0 mi 5.8
MERIT SCHOOL LEARNING CENTER Woodbridge 2.1 mi
Stuart M. Beville Middle Woodbridge 2.0 mi 4.9
DALE CITY CHRISTIAN CHURCH CHILD DEVT CTR & ACADEM Dale City 2.1 mi
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Woodbridge 2.7 mi 6.4
Springwoods Elementary Woodbridge 2.7 mi 5.9
A. Henderson Elementary Dumfries 2.7 mi 6.4
Old Bridge Elementary Woodbridge 2.6 mi 7.7
Enterprise Elementary Woodbridge 2.2 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22193 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,273

Median Home Value

$427,200

Median Rent

$1,868/mo

Population

83,798

College Educated

34.9%

Homeownership

80.6%

Avg Commute

38.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

35.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Meadville Elementary Nathalie, VA 6.5
POWHATAN SCHOOL Boyce, VA 6.5
Sontag Elementary Rocky Mount, VA 6.5
CHARLOTTESVILLE DAY SCHOOL Charlottesville, VA 6.6
CHESAPEAKE ACADEMY Irvington, VA 6.4
COMMUNITY SCHOOL Roanoke, VA 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holy Family Catholic School

What grades does Holy Family Catholic School serve?

Holy Family Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Holy Family Catholic School?

Holy Family Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 189 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Family Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Family Catholic School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Holy Family Catholic School rank in VA?

Holy Family Catholic School ranks #202 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Holy Family Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Family Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Holy Family Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Holy Family Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Holy Family Catholic School a religious school?

Holy Family Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
189
Gender Split
42% M / 58% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
181 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Prince William County

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