Average
#275 of 457 private schools in VA
Appletree School
Elementary School
9655 BLAKE LN, Fairfax, VA 22031
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#275 of 457
In Fairfax
#9 of 11
public schools
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Appletree School
Elementary School in Fairfax · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Appletree School
Appletree School is a private elementary school in Fairfax, VA. Appletree School serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Appletree School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #275 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 39 students, Appletree 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.
At 7.4:1 students to teachers, Appletree School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Appletree 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 Appletree School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Fairfax, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Appletree School (this school) | 6.0 |
| Mosaic Elementary | 8.6 |
| Daniels Run Elementary | 5.4 |
| Fairhill Elementary | 6.8 |
| Mantua Elementary | 8.3 |
| Providence Elementary | 5.2 |
| Olde Creek Elementary | 7.6 |
| Wakefield Forest Elementary | 8.7 |
| Fairfax Villa Elementary | 7.3 |
| Little Run Elementary | 7.5 |
| Oak View Elementary | 8.1 |
| Laurel Ridge Elementary | 7.9 |
| Eagle View Elementary | 5.6 |
| Bonnie Brae Elementary | 7.5 |
| Navy Elementary | 9.0 |
| Willow Springs Elementary | 8.0 |
| Greenbriar East Elementary | 4.6 |
| Greenbriar West Elementary | 8.1 |
| Lees Corner Elementary | 7.9 |
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
9655 BLAKE LN, Fairfax, VA 22031
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Appletree School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mosaic Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Flint Hill Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Vienna), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Archer Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Vienna), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fairfax, see our Fairfax schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mosaic Elementary Fairfax | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Oakton High Vienna | 0.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Fairfax High Fairfax | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| THE NEW SCHOOL OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA Fairfax | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Marshall Road Elementary Vienna | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| APPLETREE II SCHOOL Vienna | 1.2 mi | — |
| MERRITT ACADEMY Fairfax | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Madison High Vienna | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| IDEAVENTIONS ACADEMY FOR MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE Oakton | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Oakton Elementary Oakton | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| ST LEO THE GREAT SCHOOL Fairfax | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Flint Hill Elementary Vienna | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Daniels Run Elementary Fairfax | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| GREEN HEDGES SCHOOL Vienna | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| VIENNA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Vienna | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Archer Elementary Vienna | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| PALM TREE SCHOOL Fairfax | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| HUNTER MILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oakton | 1.9 mi | — |
| Mantua Elementary Fairfax | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Woodson High Fairfax | 2.2 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$129,743
Median Home Value
$710,400
Median Rent
$2,267/mo
Population
36,586
College Educated
72.3%
Homeownership
47.9%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
35.6
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| C.F. RICHARDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Staunton, VA | 5.9 |
| GALILEE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Virginia Beach, VA | 6.1 |
| KIDS R KIDS OF SOUTH RIDING South Riding, VA | 5.9 |
| TORAS CHAIM Portsmouth, VA | 6.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Appletree School
What grades does Appletree School serve?
Appletree School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Appletree School?
Appletree School has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Appletree School?
The student-teacher ratio at Appletree School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Appletree School rank in VA?
Appletree School ranks #275 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Appletree School's MySchoolScout rating?
Appletree School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Appletree School a private school?
Yes, Appletree 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 Appletree School a religious school?
No, Appletree School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 39
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfax County
- Phone
- (703) 281-7747
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