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#282 of 457 private schools in VA
The Aurora School
School
601 CATOCTIN CIR NE, Leesburg, VA 20176
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#282 of 457
In Leesburg
#3 of 4
public schools
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About The Aurora School
The Aurora School is a private school in Leesburg, VA. The Aurora School serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. The Aurora School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #282 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 47 students, The Aurora 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 9.4:1 students to teachers, The Aurora School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Aurora 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 The Aurora School compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Leesburg, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Aurora School (this school) | 6.0 |
| Leesburg Elementary | 4.2 |
| Frances Hazel Reid Elementary | 3.6 |
| Tuscarora High | 8.0 |
| Smart's Mill Middle | 5.0 |
| Ball's Bluff Elementary | 7.5 |
| Frederick Douglass Elementary | 6.1 |
| Catoctin Elementary | 8.1 |
| Loudoun County High | 7.9 |
| Cool Spring Elementary | 5.3 |
| J. Lupton Simpson Middle | 6.0 |
| John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary | 8.9 |
| Evergreen Mill Elementary | 7.1 |
| Harper Park Middle | 6.5 |
| Heritage High | 8.5 |
| Seldens Landing Elementary | 7.5 |
| Riverside High | 8.8 |
| Belmont Ridge Middle | 7.2 |
| Sycolin Creek Elementary | 8.6 |
| 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
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
601 CATOCTIN CIR NE, Leesburg, VA 20176
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Aurora School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Heritage High (rated 8.5/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tuscarora High (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Leesburg, see our Leesburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Leesburg Elementary Leesburg | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Frances Hazel Reid Elementary Leesburg | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Tuscarora High Leesburg | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Smart's Mill Middle Leesburg | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Frederick Douglass Elementary Leesburg | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Ball's Bluff Elementary Leesburg | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LEESBURG Leesburg | 1.2 mi | — |
| Catoctin Elementary Leesburg | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Loudoun County High Leesburg | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| PROVIDENCE ACADEMY Leesburg | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Cool Spring Elementary Leesburg | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL OF LEESBURG Leesburg | 2.4 mi | — |
| J. Lupton Simpson Middle Leesburg | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Evergreen Mill Elementary Leesburg | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary Leesburg | 2.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Harper Park Middle Leesburg | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Heritage High Leesburg | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Seldens Landing Elementary Leesburg | 3.9 mi | 7.5 |
| FUSION ACADEMY LOUDOUN Leesburg | 4.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Riverside High Leesburg | 4.0 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20176 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$166,870
Median Home Value
$702,400
Median Rent
$2,089/mo
Population
50,002
College Educated
58.9%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
38.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Aurora School
What grades does The Aurora School serve?
The Aurora School serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend The Aurora School?
The Aurora School has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Aurora School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Aurora School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Aurora School rank in VA?
The Aurora School ranks #282 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is The Aurora School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Aurora School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Aurora School a private school?
Yes, The Aurora 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 The Aurora School a religious school?
No, The Aurora School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 47
- Gender Split
- 70% M / 30% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 218 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Loudoun County
- Phone
- (703) 777-1939
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