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#298 of 457 private schools in VA

Virginia Academy

School

19790 ASHBURN RD, Ashburn, VA 20147

Private

Enrollment

530

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#298 of 457

In Ashburn

#6 of 6

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Virginia Academy

5.9/10

School in Ashburn · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Ashburn Elementary

8.4/10

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8.5/10

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About Virginia Academy

Virginia Academy is a private school in Ashburn, VA. Virginia Academy serves approximately 530 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Virginia Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #298 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.3 pts below VA schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Virginia 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

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How Virginia Academy compares to 25 public schools serving similar grades in Ashburn, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
This School
vs
13.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
530
This School
vs
1,012
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
8.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 62.6% vs 0%
Black 15.3% vs 0%
Asian 8.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 7.5% vs 0%
Virginia Academy Ashburn Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Virginia Academy (this school) 5.9
Ashburn Elementary 8.4
Trailside Middle 8.8
Belmont Station Elementary 7.2
Steuart W. Weller Elementary 7.5
Cedar Lane Elementary 8.3
Farmwell Station Middle 7.7
Stone Bridge High 8.4
Sanders Corner Elementary 7.5
Broad Run High 8.0
Discovery Elementary 6.2
Hillside Elementary 8.3
Eagle Ridge Middle 9.0
Mill Run Elementary 9.3
Waxpool Elementary 9.2
Moorefield Station Elementary 7.9
Briar Woods High 8.8
Rock Ridge High 9.1
Rosa Lee Carter Elementary 8.6
Legacy Elementary 8.9
Stone Hill Middle 8.1

Showing 20 of 25 schools. View all schools in Ashburn

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)
B- 4.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,203.6
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 57%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.4 / 10
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Enrollment 530
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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 62.6%
Black 15.3%
Asian 8.9%
Hispanic 7.5%
Two or More 4.5%
Pacific Islander 0.9%
Native American 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

19790 ASHBURN RD, Ashburn, VA 20147

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Virginia Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Trailside Middle (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Riverside High (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Leesburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOUDOUN SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ashburn, see our Ashburn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Ashburn Elementary Ashburn 1.0 mi 8.4
LOUDOUN SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES Ashburn 1.4 mi 8.5
FUSION ACADEMY LOUDOUN Leesburg 1.5 mi 7.9
Belmont Ridge Middle Leesburg 1.8 mi 7.2
Trailside Middle Ashburn 1.6 mi 8.8
Newton-Lee Elementary Ashburg 1.6 mi 7.7
Riverside High Leesburg 1.9 mi 8.8
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ASHBURN Ashburn 1.6 mi
Seldens Landing Elementary Leesburg 1.8 mi 7.5
Farmwell Station Middle Ashburn 2.1 mi 7.7
Cedar Lane Elementary Ashburn 2.1 mi 8.3
Steuart W. Weller Elementary Ashburn 2.0 mi 7.5
Belmont Station Elementary Ashburn 2.0 mi 7.2
Stone Bridge High Ashburn 2.1 mi 8.4
MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT BELMONT GREENE Ashburn 2.1 mi 7.3
GODDARD SCHOOL-ASHBURN Ashburn 2.2 mi
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Ashburn 2.4 mi
GOLDEN POND SCHOOL Ashburn 3.0 mi
Sanders Corner Elementary Ashburn 2.7 mi 7.5
Broad Run High Ashburn 3.1 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20147 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$161,356

Median Home Value

$679,600

Median Rent

$2,394/mo

Population

67,007

College Educated

67.2%

Homeownership

68.7%

Avg Commute

28.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

39.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
EASTERN MENNONITE SCHOOL Harrisonburg, VA 5.9
HAMPTON ROADS ACADEMY Newport News, VA 5.9
VERITAS SCHOOL Richmond, VA 5.9
WESTOVER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Danville, VA 5.9
SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Moneta, VA 5.8
THE STEWARD SCHOOL Richmond, VA 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Virginia Academy

What grades does Virginia Academy serve?

Virginia Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Virginia Academy?

Virginia Academy has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Virginia Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Virginia Academy is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Virginia Academy rank in VA?

Virginia Academy ranks #298 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Virginia Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Virginia Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Virginia Academy a private school?

Yes, Virginia Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Virginia Academy a religious school?

Virginia Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
530
Gender Split
58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Loudoun County

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