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#424 of 457 private schools in VA

The Compass School of Manassas

Elementary School

9811 GODWIN DR, Manassas, VA 20110

Private

Enrollment

49

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – TK

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#424 of 457

In Manassas

#3 of 3

public schools

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The Compass School of Manassas

4.6/10

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

George Carr Round Elementary

2.9/10

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Unity Reed High

4.8/10

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About The Compass School of Manassas

The Compass School of Manassas is a private elementary school in Manassas, VA. The Compass School of Manassas serves approximately 49 students, and covers grades Pre-K-TK, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. The Compass School of Manassas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #424 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares1.6 pts below VA schools
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 49 students, The Compass School of Manassas 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.

The Compass School of Manassas 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 The Compass School of Manassas compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Manassas, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
This School
vs
15.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
49
This School
vs
978
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.6
This School
vs
5.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 83.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.2% vs 0%
Asian 8.2% vs 0%
The Compass School of Manassas Manassas Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
The Compass School of Manassas (this school) 4.6
George Carr Round Elementary 2.9
Jennie Dean Elementary 4.9
Unity Reed High 4.8
Suella G. Ellis Elementary 3.4
Pennington Traditional 8.2
Richard C. Haydon Elementary 3.5
Baldwin Elementary 5.3
Baldwin Intermediate 3.9
Osbourn High 4.0
Grace E. Metz Middle 2.7
West Gate Elementary 3.1
Bennett Elementary 5.4
Weems Elementary 3.0
Unity Braxton Middle 3.4
Mayfield Intermediate 4.1
George P. Mullen Elementary 3.3
C.A. Sinclair Elementary 6.1
Loch Lomond Elementary 5.9
Parkside Middle 4.5
Osbourn Park High 6.4

Showing 20 of 29 schools. View all schools in Manassas

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)
C- 2.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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School Day Length 11 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 2,871
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 29%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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Enrollment 49
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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 83.7%
Hispanic 8.2%
Asian 8.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

9811 GODWIN DR, Manassas, VA 20110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Compass School of Manassas may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pennington Traditional (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Victory Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Bristow), which scores notably higher. Additionally, C.A. Sinclair Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Manassas, see our Manassas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
George Carr Round Elementary Manassas 0.9 mi 2.9
Unity Reed High Manassas 1.5 mi 4.8
Jennie Dean Elementary Manassas 1.2 mi 4.9
Suella G. Ellis Elementary Manassas 1.6 mi 3.4
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Manassas 1.5 mi 6.0
Richard C. Haydon Elementary Manassas 1.8 mi 3.5
Pennington Traditional Manassas 1.7 mi 8.2
GRACE CHILDRENS LEARNING CENTER Manassas 1.9 mi
MANASSAS ADVENTIST PREPARATORY SCHOOL Manassas 2.5 mi 5.5
YOUTH FOR TOMORROW Bristow 2.1 mi 8.2
MATTHEW'S CENTER FOR VISUAL LEARNING Manassas 2.7 mi
West Gate Elementary Manassas 2.7 mi 3.1
Baldwin Elementary Manassas 2.3 mi 5.3
Unity Braxton Middle Manassas 2.9 mi 3.4
Baldwin Intermediate Manassas 2.3 mi 3.9
Osbourn High Manassas 2.4 mi 4.0
Victory Elementary Bristow 2.4 mi 6.4
GREATER MT CALVARY CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & ACADEMY Manassas 2.9 mi
C.A. Sinclair Elementary Manassas 3.1 mi 6.1
George P. Mullen Elementary Manassas 3.1 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$120,397

Median Home Value

$445,300

Median Rent

$1,863/mo

Population

49,452

College Educated

33.5%

Homeownership

73.8%

Avg Commute

33.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

34.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Compass School of Manassas

What grades does The Compass School of Manassas serve?

The Compass School of Manassas serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.

How many students attend The Compass School of Manassas?

The Compass School of Manassas has an enrollment of approximately 49 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Compass School of Manassas?

The student-teacher ratio at The Compass School of Manassas is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Compass School of Manassas rank in VA?

The Compass School of Manassas ranks #424 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is The Compass School of Manassas's MySchoolScout rating?

The Compass School of Manassas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Compass School of Manassas a private school?

Yes, The Compass School of Manassas 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 Compass School of Manassas a religious school?

No, The Compass School of Manassas is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
49
Gender Split
20% M / 80% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
11 hours
Days Per Year
261 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Manassas city

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