Very Good
#116 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 25% of private schools
King Abdullah Academy
School
2949 EDUCATION DR, Herndon, VA 20171
Enrollment
739
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
739
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#116 of 457
In Herndon
#3 of 4
public schools
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About King Abdullah Academy
King Abdullah Academy is a private school in Herndon, VA. King Abdullah Academy serves approximately 739 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. King Abdullah Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #116 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, King Abdullah Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
King Abdullah 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 King Abdullah Academy compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Herndon, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| King Abdullah Academy (this school) | 7.2 |
| Carson Middle | 7.3 |
| Floris Elementary | 6.8 |
| Oak Hill Elementary | 8.4 |
| McNair Elementary | 8.2 |
| Coates Elementary | 3.6 |
| McNair Upper Elementary | 8.1 |
| Fox Mill Elementary | 8.2 |
| Hutchison Elementary | 3.3 |
| Herndon Middle | 4.5 |
| Crossfield Elementary | 8.2 |
| Herndon Elementary | 2.6 |
| Clearview Elementary | 5.4 |
| Herndon High | 6.1 |
| Dranesville Elementary | 5.5 |
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
2949 EDUCATION DR, Herndon, VA 20171
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering King Abdullah Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Oak Hill Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is McNair Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Fox Mill Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Herndon, see our Herndon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carson Middle Herndon | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| NYSMITH SCHOOL FOR THE GIFTED Herndon | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Floris Elementary Herndon | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF CHANTILLY Chantilly | 1.1 mi | — |
| BERTHOLD ACADEMY FOR THE GIFTED AND TALENTED Herndon | 1.3 mi | — |
| Oak Hill Elementary Herndon | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| ST VERONICA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chantilly | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Coates Elementary Herndon | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Franklin Middle Chantilly | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| McNair Elementary Herndon | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| McNair Upper Elementary Herndon | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FAIRFAX Chantilly | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT HERNDON Herndon | 1.8 mi | — |
| Hutchison Elementary Herndon | 2.3 mi | 3.3 |
| THE AUBURN SCHOOL Chantilly | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Fox Mill Elementary Herndon | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Lees Corner Elementary Fairfax | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
| MONTESSORI COUNTRY SCHOOL Herndon | 2.8 mi | — |
| Brookfield Elementary Chantilly | 3.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Herndon Middle Herndon | 3.1 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20171 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$166,154
Median Home Value
$770,200
Median Rent
$2,276/mo
Population
50,796
College Educated
73.8%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
35.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NORFOLK COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Norfolk, VA | 7.1 |
| ST CATHERINES SCHOOL Richmond, VA | 6.9 |
| NORTH CROSS SCHOOL Roanoke, VA | 6.8 |
| WALSINGHAM ACADEMY Williamsburg, VA | 7.8 |
| ST ANNE'S-BELFIELD SCHOOL Charlottesville, VA | 6.5 |
| ATLANTIC SHORES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chesapeake, VA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about King Abdullah Academy
What grades does King Abdullah Academy serve?
King Abdullah Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend King Abdullah Academy?
King Abdullah Academy has an enrollment of approximately 739 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at King Abdullah Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at King Abdullah Academy is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does King Abdullah Academy rank in VA?
King Abdullah Academy ranks #116 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is King Abdullah Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
King Abdullah Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is King Abdullah Academy a private school?
Yes, King Abdullah 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 King Abdullah Academy a religious school?
King Abdullah Academy has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 739
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 95
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfax County
- Phone
- (571) 351-5518
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