Merit School of Prince William

Learning is more fun at Merit School of Prince William in Dale City, Virginia! With preschool, full-day kindergarten, and curricula through 5th grade, students enjoy developmentally appropriate subjects, field trips, hot meals, and an enriched environment to learn and socialize.
With a computer lab and music room, we incorporate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) into activities and help children discover self-reliance and independence.
Outside, we feature gardens, playgrounds, sports courts and a covered pavilion for fun, child-friendly learning. We're located on Spriggs Rd near Minnieville Rd in Dale City, VA and offer winter, spring and summer camps.
Ask about Preschool Explorers, Junior Kindergarten, and before/after school programs.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 101 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
50

Student Body

Total Students
101 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
49%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Merit School of Prince William Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Learning is more fun at Merit School of Prince William in Dale City, Virginia! With preschool, full-day kindergarten, and curricula through 5th grade, students enjoy developmentally appropriate subjects, field trips, hot meals, and an enriched environment to learn and socialize. With a computer lab and music room, we incorporate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) into activities and help children discover self-reliance and independence. Outside, we feature gardens, playgrounds, sports courts and a covered pavilion for fun, child-friendly learning. We're located on Spriggs Rd near Minnieville Rd in Dale City, VA and offer winter, spring and summer camps. Ask about Preschool Explorers, Junior Kindergarten, and before/after school programs.
Source: Verified school update

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The application deadline for Merit School of Prince William is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 101 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Prince William County, VA is $6,798 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Prince William County, VA is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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