Wakefield School is an independent, college-preparatory day school for students in Junior Kindergarten through grade 12 engaging in a rigorous and inspiring liberal arts curriculum.
Our mission is to foster the character, curiosity, and clear voices the world will always need.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Yearly Tuition: $33,500
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
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Top Rankings
Wakefield School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Each case evaluated independently to ensure appropriate level of services are available.
Year Founded
1972
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
374 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
12 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science A, AP Computer Science Principles, AP Drawing, AP English Literature & Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP French, AP Music Theory, AP Phys. C: Electricity and Magnetism, AP Phys. C: Mechanics, AP Spanish, AP Statistics, AP United States History, DE American National Politics, DE Hist. of World Civ. II, DE Int. Latin I/II, DE International Relations, Honors Senior Thesis, Intro to Comparative Politics, Multivariable Calculus
Average SAT score
1275
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
28
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
varies depending on grade level and day of the week
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 31 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$33,500
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies depending on division (lower, middle, and upper), as well as grade level.
For details, please visit wakefieldschool.org
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$7,000
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Elise Scalise
Admissions Associate
Michele Dudley
Endowment Size
$1 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Basketball, Cross Country, Equestrian Program, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball
Basketball, Cross Country, Equestrian Program, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball
School Notes
- The greatest challenge in education is preparing people to thrive in a world that is rapidly evolving. Unprecedented societal and technological advances are coalescing to capture our imagination, influence how we learn, and shape how we interact with each other and with society. In response to these sea changes in the human experience, how we educate, and how students learn, must also evolve. Yet certain fundamental skills will always be necessary for the successful and joyful pursuit of lifelong learning: acting ethically, thinking critically, and communicating effectively. It is to the development of these timeless qualities that Wakefield School's mission is dedicated.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Wakefield School cost?
Wakefield School's tuition is approximately $33,500 for private students.
What schools are Wakefield School often compared to?
Wakefield School is often viewed alongside schools like Highland School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Wakefield School?
The acceptance rate of Wakefield School is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 84%.
Does Wakefield School offer a summer program?
Yes, Wakefield School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Wakefield School offer?
Wakefield School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Squash, Swimming, Tennis and Volleyball. Wakefield School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for most sports offered.
What is Wakefield School's ranking?
Wakefield School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Wakefield School?
The application deadline for Wakefield School is Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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