Excellent
#7 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 1% of private schools
Randolph-macon Academy
High School
200 ACADEMY DRE, Front Royal, VA 22630
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#7 of 457
In Front Royal
#1 of 5
public schools
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Randolph-macon Academy
High School in Front Royal · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Randolph-macon Academy
Randolph-macon Academy is a private high school in Front Royal, VA. Randolph-macon Academy serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Randolph-macon Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #7 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- VA avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Randolph-macon Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Randolph-macon 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 Randolph-macon Academy compares to the 9 public schools in Front Royal, VA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Front Royal
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Randolph-macon Academy (this school) | 8.6 |
| E. Wilson Morrison Elementary | 4.1 |
| Skyline Middle | 3.1 |
| Ressie Jeffries Elementary | 6.0 |
| Skyline High | 6.1 |
| Leslie Fox Keyser Elementary | 4.1 |
| Hilda J. Barbour Elementary | 6.0 |
| Warren County High | 6.4 |
| A.S. Rhodes Elementary | 6.2 |
| Warren County Middle | 5.3 |
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
200 ACADEMY DRE, Front Royal, VA 22630
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Randolph-macon Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sherando High (rated 6.5/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Stephens City), a more accessible option. Another option is Warren County High (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Skyline High (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Front Royal, see our Front Royal schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| E. Wilson Morrison Elementary Front Royal | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Skyline Middle Front Royal | 0.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Ressie Jeffries Elementary Front Royal | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Skyline High Front Royal | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Leslie Fox Keyser Elementary Front Royal | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| A.S. Rhodes Elementary Front Royal | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Hilda J. Barbour Elementary Front Royal | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Warren County High Front Royal | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| MOUNTAIN LAUREL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Front Royal | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| DOMINION RIDGE ACADEMY Front Royal | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| DOMINION RIDGE ACADEMY Front Royal | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| VIRGINIA INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Front Royal | 2.4 mi | — |
| CHELSEA ACADEMY Front Royal | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Warren County Middle Front Royal | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Middletown Elementary Middletown | 8.7 mi | 6.1 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Stephens City | 10.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Sherando High Stephens City | 10.5 mi | 6.5 |
| WAKEFIELD COUNTY DAY SCHOOL Huntly | 10.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Robert E. Aylor Middle White Post | 11.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Bass-Hoover Elementary Stephens City | 11.7 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22630 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,513
Median Home Value
$329,500
Median Rent
$1,183/mo
Population
35,211
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
37.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
41.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holston High Damascus, VA | 8.6 |
| Northwood High Saltville, VA | 8.6 |
| J.I. Burton High Norton, VA | 8.4 |
| Community Lab School Charlottesville, VA | 9.0 |
| FOXCROFT SCHOOL Middleburg, VA | 8.2 |
| Rural Retreat High Rural Retreat, VA | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Randolph-macon Academy
What grades does Randolph-macon Academy serve?
Randolph-macon Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Randolph-macon Academy?
Randolph-macon Academy has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Randolph-macon Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Randolph-macon Academy is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Randolph-macon Academy rank in VA?
Randolph-macon Academy ranks #7 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Randolph-macon Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Randolph-macon Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Randolph-macon Academy a private school?
Yes, Randolph-macon Academy is a private coeducational school with a Methodist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Randolph-macon Academy a religious school?
Randolph-macon Academy has a Methodist religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 259
- Gender Split
- 68% M / 32% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Methodist
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Warren County
- Phone
- (540) 636-5204
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