Different Drum Inc. is a co–ed special education school serving grades 9–12 in Chantilly, VA, located in an urban/large town community.
The school enrolls 11 students with a student–teacher ratio of 4:1, supported by 3 teachers.
is a nonsectarian program and a member of the Council of Bilingual Education and the National Association of Private Special Education Centers.
The student body includes 9.09% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school population.
Enrollment size and specialized program focus differentiate. from nearby preschool and early learning options in Chantilly.
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
11 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Different Drum Inc.?
The application deadline for Different Drum Inc. is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Different Drum Inc. is Pinnacle Academy (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Guidepost Montessori At Chantilly (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Montessori School Of Chantilly (0.1 miles away)
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Montessori School Of Chantilly
Montessori School
4455 Brookfield Corporate DR
Chantilly, VA 20151
(703) 272-7866
Chantilly, VA 20151
(703) 272-7866
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 65 students Avg. class size: 10 students
4550 Walney Rd
Chantilly, VA 20151
(571) 321-0364
Chantilly, VA 20151
(571) 321-0364
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 157 students
Imagination Learning Center 2
Daycare / Preschool
14225 Newbrook Dr
Chantilly, VA 20151
(703) 378-2407
Chantilly, VA 20151
(703) 378-2407
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 73 students
Imagination Learning Center Site I
Daycare / Preschool
Suite 100
Chantilly, VA 20151
(703) 817-1390
Chantilly, VA 20151
(703) 817-1390
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 43 students
Westfields Play And Learn Center
Daycare / Preschool
14425 Albemarle Point Place
Chantilly, VA 20153
(703) 817-1390
Chantilly, VA 20153
(703) 817-1390
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 142 students
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