Very Good
#106 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 23% of private schools
Alexandria Country Day School
Elementary School
2400 RUSSELL RD, Alexandria, VA 22301
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#106 of 457
In Alexandria
#8 of 27
public schools
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Alexandria Country Day School
Elementary School in Alexandria · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Alexandria Country Day School
Alexandria Country Day School is a private elementary school in Alexandria, VA. Alexandria Country Day School serves approximately 213 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Alexandria Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #106 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 6.2:1 students to teachers, Alexandria Country Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Alexandria Country Day School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Alexandria Country Day School compares to 47 public schools serving similar grades in Alexandria, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alexandria Country Day School (this school) | 7.3 |
| George Mason Elementary | 5.3 |
| Mount Vernon Elementary | 5.0 |
| Cora Kelly School for Math Science and Technology | 3.9 |
| George Washington Middle | 6.4 |
| Naomi L. Brooks Elementary | 6.4 |
| Charles Barrett Elementary | 4.9 |
| Douglas MacArthur Elementary | 5.3 |
| Jefferson-Houston PK-8 School | 6.2 |
| Lyles-Crouch Elementary | 7.8 |
| Cameron Elementary | 4.3 |
| Francis C. Hammond Middle | 4.1 |
| Patrick Henry K-8 School | 7.4 |
| James K. Polk Elementary | 4.7 |
| Mount Eagle Elementary | 3.3 |
| Ferdinand T. Day Elementary | 5.7 |
| John Adams Elementary | 5.1 |
| Clermont Elementary | 8.3 |
| William Ramsay Elementary | 3.2 |
| Samuel W. Tucker Elementary | 4.8 |
| Twain Middle | 6.8 |
Showing 20 of 47 schools. View all schools in Alexandria
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in VA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in VA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2400 RUSSELL RD, Alexandria, VA 22301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alexandria Country Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GRACE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Oakridge Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Arlington), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Naomi L. Brooks Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Alexandria, see our Alexandria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Alexandria | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| George Mason Elementary Alexandria | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Mount Vernon Elementary Alexandria | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| THE DEL RAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Alexandria | 0.4 mi | — |
| GRACE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Alexandria | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| ST RITA SCHOOL Alexandria | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Cora Kelly School for Math Science and Technology Alexandria | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Naomi L. Brooks Elementary Alexandria | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT GRADE SCHOOL & EARLY CHILDHOOD C Alexandria | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| George Washington Middle Alexandria | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| COMMONWEALTH ACADEMY Alexandria | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Charles Barrett Elementary Alexandria | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Alexandria City High School Alexandria | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Gunston Middle Arlington | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Douglas MacArthur Elementary Alexandria | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Oakridge Elementary Arlington | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Jefferson-Houston PK-8 School Alexandria | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| BISHOP IRETON HIGH SCHOOL Alexandria | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| THE LIVING WATER SCHOOL Alexandria | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| FUSION ACADEMY ALYKANDRIA Alexandria | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$188,211
Median Home Value
$997,800
Median Rent
$2,368/mo
Population
13,830
College Educated
83.4%
Homeownership
55.6%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Big Island Elementary Big Island, VA | 7.3 |
| Carrsville Elementary Carrsville, VA | 7.3 |
| EDLIN SCHOOL Reston, VA | 7.3 |
| Laurel Elementary Austinville, VA | 7.3 |
| Springfield Elementary Rileyville, VA | 7.3 |
| Virginia Heights Elementary Roanoke, VA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alexandria Country Day School
What grades does Alexandria Country Day School serve?
Alexandria Country Day School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Alexandria Country Day School?
Alexandria Country Day School has an enrollment of approximately 213 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alexandria Country Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Alexandria Country Day School is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Alexandria Country Day School rank in VA?
Alexandria Country Day School ranks #106 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Alexandria Country Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Alexandria Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Alexandria Country Day School a private school?
Yes, Alexandria Country Day School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Alexandria Country Day School a religious school?
No, Alexandria Country Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 213
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Alexandria city
- Phone
- (703) 548-4804
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