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Very Good

#51 of 457 private schools in VA

Top 11% of private schools

Stuart Hall School

High School

235 W FREDERICK ST, Staunton, VA 24401

Private

Enrollment

142

Student-Teacher

7.1:1

Score

7.9

Grades

5th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#51 of 457

In Staunton

#1 of 5

public schools

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Stuart Hall School

7.9/10

High School in Staunton · grades 5th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Stuart Hall School

Stuart Hall School is a private high school in Staunton, VA. Stuart Hall School serves approximately 142 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Stuart Hall School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #51 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares1.0 pts above VA schools
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • VA avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 142 students, Stuart Hall 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.

At 7.1:1 students to teachers, Stuart Hall School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Stuart Hall 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Stuart Hall School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Staunton, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.1:1
This School
vs
10.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
142
This School
vs
399
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.9
This School
vs
7.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 33.1% vs 0%
White 24.6% vs 0%
Black 21.1% vs 0%
Asian 12% vs 0%
Stuart Hall School Staunton Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Stuart Hall School (this school) 7.9
Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind High 7.2
Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind Middle
Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind Elementary
Bessie Weller Elementary 8.8
Shelburne Middle 6.1
Arthur R. Ware Elementary 7.8
Thomas C. McSwain Elementary 9.1
Staunton High 7.0
Beverley Manor Middle 5.4
Riverheads Elementary 6.4
Riverheads High 7.8

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)
A- 7.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,190
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 76%
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 142
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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 33.1%
White 24.6%
Black 21.1%
Asian 12.0%
Two or More 8.5%
Pacific Islander 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

235 W FREDERICK ST, Staunton, VA 24401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stuart Hall School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind High (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Wilson Memorial High (rated 7.2/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Fishersville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Staunton High (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Staunton, see our Staunton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.0 mi
School Distance Rating
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Staunton 0.4 mi 5.7
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE Staunton 0.5 mi 5.8
ELK HILL STAUNTON SCHOOL Staunton 0.6 mi 6.2
Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind High Staunton 0.7 mi 7.2
Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind Middle Staunton 0.7 mi
Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind Elementary Staunton 0.7 mi
Bessie Weller Elementary Staunton 0.9 mi 8.8
Thomas C. McSwain Elementary Staunton 1.4 mi 9.1
Shelburne Middle Staunton 1.4 mi 6.1
Arthur R. Ware Elementary Staunton 1.4 mi 7.8
Staunton City School PreSchool Programs Staunton 1.8 mi 3.3
Staunton High Staunton 1.6 mi 7.0
C.F. RICHARDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Staunton 1.8 mi 5.9
Beverley Manor Middle Staunton 2.4 mi 5.4
Wilson Elementary Fishersville 5.3 mi 4.5
Wilson Middle Fishersville 5.3 mi 5.3
Wilson Memorial High Fishersville 5.4 mi 7.2
PILGRIM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Stuarts Draft 7.4 mi 3.8
Churchville Elementary Churchville 6.7 mi 5.5
Stuarts Draft High Stuarts Draft 8.0 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 24401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,746

Median Home Value

$253,700

Median Rent

$1,002/mo

Population

37,720

College Educated

32.2%

Homeownership

63.6%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

44.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
FISHBURNE MILITARY SCHOOL Waynesboro, VA 8.0
BLUE RIDGE SCHOOL St. George, VA 7.8
Highland High Monterey, VA 7.8
FOXCROFT SCHOOL Middleburg, VA 8.2
OAK HILL ACADEMY Mouth Of Wilson, VA 8.2
Bath County High Hot Springs, VA 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stuart Hall School

What grades does Stuart Hall School serve?

Stuart Hall School serves students in grades 5th through 12th.

How many students attend Stuart Hall School?

Stuart Hall School has an enrollment of approximately 142 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stuart Hall School?

The student-teacher ratio at Stuart Hall School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Stuart Hall School rank in VA?

Stuart Hall School ranks #51 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Stuart Hall School's MySchoolScout rating?

Stuart Hall School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Stuart Hall School a private school?

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

Is Stuart Hall School a religious school?

Stuart Hall School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
142
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Episcopal
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Small City
County
Staunton city

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