Excellent
#33 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 7% of private schools
Temple Baptist School
School
1545 DRANESVILLE RD, Herndon, VA 20170
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#33 of 457
In Herndon
#1 of 4
public schools
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About Temple Baptist School
Temple Baptist School is a private school in Herndon, VA. Temple Baptist School serves approximately 184 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Temple Baptist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #33 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 184 students, Temple Baptist 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 8.8:1 students to teachers, Temple Baptist School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Temple Baptist 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
BetaHow Temple Baptist School compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Herndon, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Temple Baptist School (this school) | 8.1 |
| Herndon High | 6.1 |
| Herndon Elementary | 2.6 |
| Clearview Elementary | 5.4 |
| Dranesville Elementary | 5.5 |
| Herndon Middle | 4.5 |
| Hutchison Elementary | 3.3 |
| McNair Upper Elementary | 8.1 |
| McNair Elementary | 8.2 |
| Coates Elementary | 3.6 |
| Floris Elementary | 6.8 |
| Fox Mill Elementary | 8.2 |
| Carson Middle | 7.3 |
| Crossfield Elementary | 8.2 |
| Oak Hill Elementary | 8.4 |
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.
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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
1545 DRANESVILLE RD, Herndon, VA 20170
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Temple Baptist School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Park View High (rated 6.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Sterling), a more accessible option. Another option is Armstrong Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Reston), a more accessible option. Additionally, Herndon High (rated 6.1/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Herndon, see our Herndon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Herndon High Herndon | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF HERNDON Herndon | 0.2 mi | — |
| Herndon Elementary Herndon | 0.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Dranesville Elementary Herndon | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Clearview Elementary Herndon | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Armstrong Elementary Reston | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Herndon | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Sully Elementary Sterling | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Herndon Middle Herndon | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Forest Grove Elementary Sterling | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| DULLES MONTESSORI SCHOOL Herndon | 1.5 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI COUNTRY SCHOOL Herndon | 1.9 mi | — |
| Rolling Ridge Elementary Sterling | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Sterling Middle Sterling | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Sterling Elementary Sterling | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT RESTON Herndon | 1.9 mi | — |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT RESTON Herndon | 1.9 mi | — |
| Park View High Sterling | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Lake Anne Elementary Reston | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Hutchison Elementary Herndon | 2.4 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20170 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$157,875
Median Home Value
$625,600
Median Rent
$2,224/mo
Population
43,372
College Educated
56.6%
Homeownership
69.1%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COMMONWEALTH ACADEMY Alexandria, VA | 8.1 |
| MOUNTAIN MISSION SCHOOL Grundy, VA | 8.1 |
| THE CARMEL SCHOOL Ruther Glen, VA | 8.0 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Abingdon, VA | 8.3 |
| DOMINION RIDGE ACADEMY Front Royal, VA | 7.4 |
| PHILLIPS SCHOOL-ANNANDALE Annandale, VA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Temple Baptist School
What grades does Temple Baptist School serve?
Temple Baptist School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Temple Baptist School?
Temple Baptist School has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Temple Baptist School?
The student-teacher ratio at Temple Baptist School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Temple Baptist School rank in VA?
Temple Baptist School ranks #33 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Temple Baptist School's MySchoolScout rating?
Temple Baptist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Temple Baptist School a private school?
Yes, Temple Baptist School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Temple Baptist School a religious school?
Temple Baptist School has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 184
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfax County
- Phone
- (703) 713-7400
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