Dooley School At St. Joseph's Villa

8000 Brook Rd Richmond, VA 23227
www.sarahdooleycenter.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 2-11
  • Enrollment: 39 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • Dooley School At St. Joseph's Villa in Richmond, VA serves 39 co–ed students in grades 2 through 11 within a suburban large community setting.
  • This nonsectarian special education school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 5:1, supported by 8 teachers.
  • The school's student population includes approximately 52% students of color, reflecting moderate diversity.
  • Dooley School is affiliated with associations for exceptional children and other school organizations.
  • The campus covers 82 acres, providing a dedicated environment for its specialized education programs.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 2-11
  • Enrollment: 39 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-11
Students By Grade
Campus Size
82 acres

Student Body

Total Students
39 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
52%
State avg.: 31%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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When is the application deadline for Dooley School At St. Joseph's Villa?
The application deadline for Dooley School At St. Joseph's Villa is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Richmond, VA is $18,103 for elementary schools and $21,560 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Richmond, VA is 63% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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