Top Schools in Dumfries
Highest-performing schools based on SOL pass rates and academic outcomes (2024)
Forest Park High School
Top-performing school
Graham Park Middle School
Top school in Dumfries
Leesylvania Elementary
Top school in Dumfries
What This Means for Home Buyers
Homes near top-performing schools in Dumfries command premiums. The best agents in Dumfries know which streets feed into which school zones, and that knowledge can save you tens of thousands of dollars. The median home price in Dumfries is $450K. Homes within the best school boundaries often sell above that median.
Dumfries's "Strong" school rating makes it a solid choice for families. You will find good schools without the extreme competition of some neighboring areas. The right agent can help you identify the best pockets within Dumfries.
Homes near Forest Park High School and Graham Park Middle School average just 20 days on market. If schools are a priority for your family, start your search in those zones.
Commute from Dumfries
Dumfries parents: 45-min drive to downtown, VRE (Fredericksburg line).
45 min drive
Rush-hour drive to downtown
Major Highways
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 234
Commuter Rail
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best schools in Dumfries, VA?
Top schools in Dumfries include Forest Park High School, Graham Park Middle School, Leesylvania Elementary. Dumfries schools have a 71% average SOL pass rate, earning a "Strong" quality rating from smover.
How do Dumfries schools compare to Manassas?
Dumfries schools have a 71% SOL pass rate with a "Strong" quality tier. Compare school quality, home prices, and commute times across neighboring cities on smover's comparison pages. School zone boundaries matter: the best agents in Dumfries know which streets feed into which schools.
Are Dumfries schools worth the higher home prices?
Dumfries has a median home price of $450K. Homes near top-performing schools like Forest Park High School often command premiums above that median. For families, school quality is one of the strongest predictors of long-term home value. The right agent can help you find value pockets within the best school zones.
What school district is Dumfries, VA in?
Dumfries is served by Dumfries Public Schools (or the surrounding county system). Top schools include Forest Park High School and Graham Park Middle School. smover verifies agents in Dumfries by real sales data, so you can find someone who specializes in the school zones that matter to your family.
School data from Virginia DOE, Maryland MSDE, and DC OSSE public reports (2024). Enrichment data from the Urban Institute Education Data Portal. Updated annually.