Very Good
#86 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 19% of private schools
Woodberry Forest School
High School
898 WOODBERRY FOREST RD, Woodberry Forest, VA 22989
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#86 of 457
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About Woodberry Forest School
Woodberry Forest School is a private high school in Woodberry Forest, VA. Woodberry Forest School serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodberry Forest School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #86 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- VA avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 6.6:1 students to teachers, Woodberry Forest School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Woodberry Forest 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.
Woodberry Forest 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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
898 WOODBERRY FOREST RD, Woodberry Forest, VA 22989
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodberry Forest School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Madison County High (rated 7.6/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Madison), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Orange County High (rated 6.1/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Orange), a more accessible option. For more schools in Woodberry Forest, see our Woodberry Forest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Orange Elementary Orange | 3.0 mi | 4.8 |
| HARTLAND DAY ACADEMY Rapidan | 3.3 mi | — |
| Prospect Heights Middle Orange | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Orange County High Orange | 3.5 mi | 6.1 |
| OAK GROVE MENNONITE SCHOOL Aroda | 6.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Madison Primary Madison | 9.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Waverly Yowell Elementary Madison | 9.6 mi | 5.0 |
| William H. Wetsel Middle Madison | 9.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Madison County High Madison | 9.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Gordon-Barbour Elementary Gordonsville | 11.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Unionville Elementary Unionville | 9.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Lightfoot Elementary Unionville | 9.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Pearl Sample Elementary Culpeper | 12.2 mi | 5.3 |
| A.G. Richardson Elementary Culpeper | 12.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Farmington Elementary Culpeper | 12.8 mi | 3.9 |
| KEYS ACADEMY - CULPEPER Culpeper | 12.8 mi | — |
| Galbreath-Marshall Building Culpeper | 13.7 mi | — |
| Trevilians Elementary Louisa | 15.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Yowell Elementary Culpeper | 14.6 mi | 4.3 |
| CULPEPER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Culpeper | 14.6 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22989 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
103
College Educated
82.1%
Homeownership
0%
Poverty Rate
0%
Median Age
31.3
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| Essex High Tappahannock, VA | 7.4 |
| Graham High Bluefield, VA | 7.4 |
| Twin Springs High Nickelsville, VA | 7.4 |
| Chilhowie High Chilhowie, VA | 7.5 |
| Radford High Radford, VA | 7.5 |
| TANDEM FRIENDS SCHOOL Charlottesville, VA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodberry Forest School
What grades does Woodberry Forest School serve?
Woodberry Forest School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Woodberry Forest School?
Woodberry Forest School has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodberry Forest School?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodberry Forest School is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Woodberry Forest School rank in VA?
Woodberry Forest School ranks #86 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Woodberry Forest School's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodberry Forest School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Woodberry Forest School a private school?
Yes, Woodberry Forest School is a private all-boys 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 Woodberry Forest School a religious school?
No, Woodberry Forest School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 403
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Madison County
- Phone
- (540) 672-6010
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