What types of schools are available in Dumfries, Virginia?

Dumfries, Virginia offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Dumfries, Virginia

Q: How many schools are in Dumfries, Virginia?

There are 10 schools in Dumfries, Virginia, serving 9,420 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Dumfries?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Dumfries, Virginia, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 10 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

9,420

Total Students

Across Dumfries

15.4:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

10 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

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Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)3 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)7 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 2,197 students at Potomac High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 12:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

A. Henderson Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

3799 Waterway Dr, Dumfries, VA 22025

John F. Pattie Sr. Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

16125 Dumfries Road, Dumfries, VA 22025

4920 Tallowwood Dr, Dumfries, VA 22025

3990 Cameron St, Dumfries, VA 22026

Potomac Shores Middle

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

17851 Woods View Drive, Dumfries, VA 22026

3401 Panther Pride Drive, Dumfries, VA 22026

Swans Creek Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

17700 Wayside Dr., Dumfries, VA 22026

Mary Williams Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

3100 Panther Pride Drive, Dumfries, VA 22026

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

3130 Panther Pride Drive, Dumfries, VA 22026

Covington-Harper Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

2500 River Heritage Blvd., Dumfries, VA 22026

Detailed Overview of Schools in Dumfries

Dumfries, Virginia is home to 10 schools serving over 9,420 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Dumfries, Virginia?

There are 10 schools in Dumfries, serving 9,420 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Dumfries?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Dumfries include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Dumfries?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Dumfries is 15.4:1.

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