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#334 of 457 private schools in VA
Ambleside School
Elementary School
8980 BROOK RD, Mclean, VA 22102
Enrollment
137
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
137
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#334 of 457
In Mclean
#7 of 7
public schools
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Ambleside School
Elementary School in Mclean · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ambleside School
Ambleside School is a private elementary school in Mclean, VA. Ambleside School serves approximately 137 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ambleside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #334 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 137 students, Ambleside School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Ambleside 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 Ambleside School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Mclean, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ambleside School (this school) | 5.6 |
| Spring Hill Elementary | 7.7 |
| Cooper Middle | 8.7 |
| Churchill Road Elementary | 8.8 |
| Sherman Elementary | 8.3 |
| Kent Gardens Elementary | 9.1 |
| Chesterbrook Elementary | 8.4 |
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.
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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
8980 BROOK RD, Mclean, VA 22102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ambleside School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Colvin Run Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Vienna), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wolftrap Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Vienna), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Archer Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Vienna), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mclean, see our Mclean schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Colvin Run Elementary Vienna | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Westbriar Elementary Vienna | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Spring Hill Elementary Mclean | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Wolftrap Elementary Vienna | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| HOLY COMFORTER EPISCOPAL PRESCHOOL / KINDERGARTEN Vienna | 2.1 mi | — |
| THE MADEIRA SCHOOL Mclean | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL SCHOOL Vienna | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| BASIS INDEPENDENT MCLEAN Mclean | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Freedom Hill Elementary Vienna | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| FIRST STEPS ACADEMY Mclean | 2.5 mi | — |
| Vienna Elementary Vienna | 3.0 mi | 8.3 |
| FUSION ACADEMY TY: TYSONS Vienna | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Kilmer Center Vienna | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Kilmer Middle Vienna | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Archer Elementary Vienna | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
| GREEN HEDGES SCHOOL Vienna | 3.4 mi | 8.4 |
| VIENNA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Vienna | 3.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Cunningham Park Elementary Vienna | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Madison High Vienna | 3.6 mi | 8.6 |
| ST MARK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Vienna | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,816
Median Home Value
$1,003,700
Median Rent
$2,471/mo
Population
28,577
College Educated
81.4%
Homeownership
47.6%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
38.1
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| SHENANDOAH VALLEY ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Market, VA | 5.5 |
| ST ANNES SCHOOL Bristol, VA | 5.5 |
| Willis Elementary Willis, VA | 5.5 |
| AYLETT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Bruington, VA | 5.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ambleside School
What grades does Ambleside School serve?
Ambleside School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Ambleside School?
Ambleside School has an enrollment of approximately 137 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ambleside School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ambleside School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ambleside School rank in VA?
Ambleside School ranks #334 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Ambleside School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ambleside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ambleside School a private school?
Yes, Ambleside School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Ambleside School a religious school?
Ambleside School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 137
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfax County
- Phone
- (703) 430-4034
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