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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
101 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
49%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
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
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Merit School of Prince William?
The application deadline for Merit School of Prince William is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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