Very Good
#64 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 14% of private schools
Lake Manassas Academy
Elementary School
14930 HOLLY KNOLL LN, Gainesville, VA 20155
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#64 of 457
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Lake Manassas Academy
Elementary School in Gainesville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lake Manassas Academy
Lake Manassas Academy is a private elementary school in Gainesville, VA. Lake Manassas Academy serves approximately 162 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Manassas Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #64 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 162 students, Lake Manassas 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 7.9:1 students to teachers, Lake Manassas Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Lake Manassas 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 Lake Manassas Academy compares to the 6 public schools in Gainesville, VA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Gainesville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lake Manassas Academy (this school) | 7.7 |
| Buckland Mills Elementary | 7.5 |
| Glenkirk Elementary | 8.7 |
| George G. Tyler Elementary | 7.0 |
| Gainesville Middle | 7.2 |
| Gainesville High | 4.5 |
| Bull Run Middle | 5.2 |
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.
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
14930 HOLLY KNOLL LN, Gainesville, VA 20155
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake Manassas Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glenkirk Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Haymarket Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Haymarket), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, J.W. Alvey Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Haymarket), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Gainesville, see our Gainesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Buckland Mills Elementary Gainesville | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| MONTESSORI OF GAINESVILLE - CASA DEI BAMBINI Gainesville | 1.3 mi | — |
| Glenkirk Elementary Gainesville | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| George G. Tyler Elementary Gainesville | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| WINWOOD CHILDRENS CENTER Gainesville | 1.3 mi | — |
| HAYMARKET BAPTIST CHURCH PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Haymarket | 1.7 mi | 2.3 |
| Haymarket Elementary Haymarket | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Gainesville Middle Gainesville | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Piney Branch Elementary Bristow | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Gainesville High Gainesville | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Bull Run Middle Gainesville | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Bristow Run Elementary Bristow | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Mountain View Elementary Haymarket | 3.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Battlefield High Haymarket | 4.1 mi | 7.2 |
| J.W. Alvey Elementary Haymarket | 4.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Chris Yung Elementary Bristow | 3.3 mi | 5.4 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF WARRENTON VIRGINIA Warrenton | 3.8 mi | 5.3 |
| BRISTOW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bristow | 3.5 mi | — |
| ST MICHAELS ACADEMY Warrenton | 3.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ST MICHAEL'S ACADEMY Warrenton | 3.8 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20155 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,531
Median Home Value
$630,400
Median Rent
$2,648/mo
Population
37,516
College Educated
55.4%
Homeownership
85.2%
Avg Commute
34.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GESHER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Fairfax, VA | 7.7 |
| Mason's Cove Elementary Salem, VA | 7.7 |
| Millboro Elementary Millboro, VA | 7.7 |
| ST JOHN THE BELOVED ACADEMY Mclean, VA | 7.7 |
| St. Charles Elementary St. Charles, VA | 7.7 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Danville, VA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake Manassas Academy
What grades does Lake Manassas Academy serve?
Lake Manassas Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lake Manassas Academy?
Lake Manassas Academy has an enrollment of approximately 162 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Manassas Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake Manassas Academy is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lake Manassas Academy rank in VA?
Lake Manassas Academy ranks #64 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Lake Manassas Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake Manassas Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lake Manassas Academy a private school?
Yes, Lake Manassas Academy 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 Lake Manassas Academy a religious school?
No, Lake Manassas Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 162
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 10 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince William County
- Phone
- (571) 248-6571
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