Focusing on the education of the whole child. Formation.
Kindergarten through 12th-grade school in Front Royal, Virginia, that fosters your student`s innate learning potential. From special needs to gifted, DRA is committed to the spiritual, moral, and intellectual development of your student. Our interest is always in your child.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,700
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 5 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Yes
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 31, 2026
Last Day of School
Fri. May 28, 2027
Student Body
Total Students
70 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
99%
Average Class Size
5 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
K-9th - Black, Navy or Khaki bottoms, Solid colored polos. 10th-12th - Business Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition and Fees 2026-2027
docs.google.com
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Interact Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama Club
School Notes
- Focusing on the education of the whole child.
- Education. Formation. Inclusion.
- Kindergarten through 12th-grade school in Front Royal, Virginia, that fosters your student`s innate learning potential. From special needs to gifted, DRA is committed to the spiritual, moral, and intellectual development of your student. Our interest is always in your child.
- The Center for Lifelong Learning
- Equipped with new scientific data and a strong belief in the human spirit DRA is taking a fresh look at how students learn. Since its inception, Dominion Ridge Academy has been committed to the spiritual, moral, and intellectual development of its students.
- Classical Education
- For some, classical education means adding the study of classical literature to a school`s curricula. Though DRA incorporates these into the education of its students, it also includes three stages of learning: grammar, dialectic, and rhetoric.
- DRA partners education with formation.
- Through acts of service, students develop compassion, humility, and mercy as crucial character traits that they will take into their future lives. Jesus Christ taught us to serve through His own acts of service. Students participate in many opportunities to serve their peers, elders, families, neighbors, and the world.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Matthew Hewitt '12 - US National Guard
- Mason Hill '21 - US Army
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Dominion Ridge Academy cost?
Dominion Ridge Academy's tuition is approximately $6,700 for private students.
What schools are Dominion Ridge Academy often compared to?
Dominion Ridge Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Laurel Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Dominion Ridge Academy?
The acceptance rate of Dominion Ridge Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
Who are famous alumni from Dominion Ridge Academy?
Dominion Ridge Academy famous alumni include: Matthew Hewitt '12 and Mason Hill '21.
What sports does Dominion Ridge Academy offer?
Dominion Ridge Academy offers 6 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Dominion Ridge Academy?
The application deadline for Dominion Ridge Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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(540) 636-5484
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(540) 636-5484
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(540) 636-5484
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Rank:
Rank:
8/
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(540) 743-3800
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Luray Middle School
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Rank:
Rank:
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(540) 843-2660
Luray, VA 22835
(540) 843-2660
9212.2 miles
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Central High School
Magnet School
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Rank:
Rank:
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(540) 459-2161
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(540) 459-2161
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School Reviews
5 4/14/2023
Our family feels blessed to have found this incredible school. After being bullied in several schools, my child feels happy and confident at Dominion Ridge Academy and feels he belongs there. Every member of the faculty and staff helps create an atmosphere of understanding and caring. It is a joy to see my child learning and blossoming, at this wonderful school.
5 12/8/2022
Dominion Ridge Academy has an incredible community of families and educators that are committed to serving the interest of the whole child. If you want to connect with an educational community that truly cares about fostering understanding, confidence, competence, and belonging - DRA is for you!
5 12/27/2018
Such a great school!!!!!
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