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#170 of 457 private schools in VA

Top 37% of private schools

Loudoun Country Day School

Elementary School

20600 RED CEDAR DR, Leesburg, VA 20175

Private

Enrollment

290

Student-Teacher

7.9:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#170 of 457

In Leesburg

#2 of 4

public schools

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Loudoun Country Day School

6.7/10

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

Sycolin Creek Elementary

8.6/10

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8.5/10

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About Loudoun Country Day School

Loudoun Country Day School is a private elementary school in Leesburg, VA. Loudoun Country Day School serves approximately 290 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Loudoun Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #170 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.5 pts above VA schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Loudoun Country Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Loudoun Country Day 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.

Loudoun Country Day School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Loudoun Country Day School compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Leesburg, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.9:1
This School
vs
12.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
290
This School
vs
725
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 87.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.1% vs 0%
Asian 3.1% vs 0%
Black 1.4% vs 0%
Loudoun Country Day School Leesburg Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Loudoun Country Day School (this school) 6.7
Sycolin Creek Elementary 8.6
Heritage High 8.5
J. Lupton Simpson Middle 6.0
Evergreen Mill Elementary 7.1
Cool Spring Elementary 5.3
Catoctin Elementary 8.1
Frederick Douglass Elementary 6.1
Harper Park Middle 6.5
John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary 8.9
Seldens Landing Elementary 7.5
Leesburg Elementary 4.2
Belmont Ridge Middle 7.2
Ball's Bluff Elementary 7.5
Frances Hazel Reid Elementary 3.6
Tuscarora High 8.0
Smart's Mill Middle 5.0
Lucketts Elementary 6.0

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)
B+ 7.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
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School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,267.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 24%
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 290
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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 87.2%
Two or More 4.5%
Hispanic 3.1%
Asian 3.1%
Black 1.4%
Pacific Islander 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

20600 RED CEDAR DR, Leesburg, VA 20175

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Loudoun Country Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Waxpool Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Ashburn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sycolin Creek Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hillside Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Ashburn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Leesburg, see our Leesburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Sycolin Creek Elementary Leesburg 0.7 mi 8.6
Heritage High Leesburg 2.4 mi 8.5
J. Lupton Simpson Middle Leesburg 2.9 mi 6.0
Evergreen Mill Elementary Leesburg 3.0 mi 7.1
GODDARD SCHOOL OF LEESBURG Leesburg 3.2 mi
Cool Spring Elementary Leesburg 3.2 mi 5.3
Waxpool Elementary Ashburn 3.3 mi 9.2
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Ashburn 3.1 mi
PROVIDENCE ACADEMY Leesburg 4.0 mi 4.7
Catoctin Elementary Leesburg 4.2 mi 8.1
MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT BELMONT GREENE Ashburn 3.4 mi 7.3
Loudoun County High Leesburg 4.3 mi 7.9
Frederick Douglass Elementary Leesburg 4.3 mi 6.1
Belmont Station Elementary Ashburn 3.5 mi 7.2
GUIDEPOST MONTESORI BROADLANDS Ashburn 3.8 mi 7.8
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT BROADLANDS Ashburn 3.8 mi 7.2
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT BROADLANDS Broadlands 3.8 mi 7.1
Sanders Corner Elementary Ashburn 3.6 mi 7.5
Stone Bridge High Ashburn 3.6 mi 8.4
Hillside Elementary Ashburn 3.8 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20175 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$168,035

Median Home Value

$717,700

Median Rent

$2,039/mo

Population

35,038

College Educated

63.7%

Homeownership

74.3%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

37.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Armstrong Elementary Hampton, VA 6.7
Brosville Elementary Danville, VA 6.7
Elon Elementary Madison Heights, VA 6.7
Garden City Elementary Roanoke, VA 6.7
Goochland Elementary Goochland, VA 6.7
Hurley Elementary/Middle Hurley, VA 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Loudoun Country Day School

What grades does Loudoun Country Day School serve?

Loudoun Country Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Loudoun Country Day School?

Loudoun Country Day School has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Loudoun Country Day School?

The student-teacher ratio at Loudoun Country Day School 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 Loudoun Country Day School rank in VA?

Loudoun Country Day School ranks #170 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Loudoun Country Day School's MySchoolScout rating?

Loudoun Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Loudoun Country Day School a private school?

Yes, Loudoun Country Day 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 Loudoun Country Day School a religious school?

No, Loudoun Country Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
290
Gender Split
43% M / 57% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
169 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Loudoun County

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