Very Good
#58 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 13% of private schools
Wakefield School
School
4439 OLD TAVERN RD, The Plains, VA 20198
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#58 of 457
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Wakefield School
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About Wakefield School
Wakefield School is a private school in The Plains, VA. Wakefield School serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Wakefield School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #58 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 5.1:1 students to teachers, Wakefield School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Wakefield 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.
Wakefield School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
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
4439 OLD TAVERN RD, The Plains, VA 20198
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wakefield School may also want to explore other schools in the area. HIGHLAND SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Warrenton), a more accessible option. Additionally, MOUNTAINSIDE MONTESSORI (rated 4.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Marshall), a more accessible option. For more schools in The Plains, see our The Plains schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Marshall Middle Marshall | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| W.G. Coleman Elementary Marshall | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| MOUNTAINSIDE MONTESSORI Marshall | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Claude Thompson Elementary Marshall | 5.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Ronald Wilson Reagan Middle Haymarket | 6.2 mi | 7.0 |
| THE HILL SCHOOL Middleburg | 8.0 mi | 7.5 |
| P.B. Smith Elementary Warrenton | 8.2 mi | 7.4 |
| C.M. Bradley Elementary Warrenton | 8.4 mi | 6.8 |
| J.W. Alvey Elementary Haymarket | 6.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Middleburg Community Charter Middleburg | 8.4 mi | 8.7 |
| HIGHLAND SCHOOL Warrenton | 8.5 mi | 6.4 |
| C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary New Baltimore | 7.9 mi | 6.5 |
| MIDDLEBURG MONTESSORI SCHOOL Marshall | 8.6 mi | — |
| Samuel L. Gravely Jr. Elementary Haymarket | 7.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Auburn Middle Warrenton | 8.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Haymarket Elementary Haymarket | 7.6 mi | 8.1 |
| ST JOHN EVANGELIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Warrenton | 9.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Fauquier High Warrenton | 9.5 mi | 8.6 |
| W.C. Taylor Middle Warrenton | 9.7 mi | 6.9 |
| ST JAMES' EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Warrenton | 9.9 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20198 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,950
Median Home Value
$1,131,300
Population
2,178
College Educated
48.7%
Homeownership
65.3%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
47
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|---|---|
| FAIRFAX CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dulles, VA | 7.8 |
| WALSINGHAM ACADEMY Williamsburg, VA | 7.8 |
| BASIS INDEPENDENT MCLEAN Mclean, VA | 7.9 |
| CHRIST CHAPEL ACADEMY Woodbridge, VA | 7.4 |
| ROANOKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Roanoke, VA | 7.4 |
| FREDERICKSBURG ACADEMY Fredericksburg, VA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wakefield School
What grades does Wakefield School serve?
Wakefield School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Wakefield School?
Wakefield School has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wakefield School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wakefield School is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Wakefield School rank in VA?
Wakefield School ranks #58 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Wakefield School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wakefield School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Wakefield School a private school?
Yes, Wakefield 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 Wakefield School a religious school?
No, Wakefield School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 374
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 73
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Fauquier County
- Phone
- (540) 253-7515
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