Very Good
#49 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 11% of private schools
Basis Independent Mclean
School
7925 JONES BRANCH DR STE 5150, Mclean, VA 22102
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#49 of 457
In Mclean
#2 of 7
public schools
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About Basis Independent Mclean
Basis Independent Mclean is a private school in Mclean, VA. Basis Independent Mclean serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Basis Independent Mclean has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #49 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, Basis Independent Mclean sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Basis Independent Mclean 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 Basis Independent Mclean compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Mclean, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Basis Independent Mclean (this school) | 7.9 |
| Spring Hill Elementary | 7.7 |
| McLean High | 9.0 |
| Churchill Road Elementary | 8.8 |
| Cooper Middle | 8.7 |
| Sherman Elementary | 8.3 |
| Kent Gardens Elementary | 9.1 |
| Langley High | 8.2 |
| 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
7925 JONES BRANCH DR STE 5150, Mclean, VA 22102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Basis Independent Mclean may also want to explore other schools in the area. McLean High (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Churchill Road Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cooper Middle (rated 8.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mclean, see our Mclean schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST STEPS ACADEMY Mclean | 0.4 mi | — |
| Spring Hill Elementary Mclean | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Westgate Elementary Falls Church | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| FUSION ACADEMY TY: TYSONS Vienna | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Pimmit Early Childhood Resource Center Falls Church | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| THE LANGLEY SCHOOL Mclean | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Freedom Hill Elementary Vienna | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Marshall High Falls Church | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| OAK HILL MONTESSORI LLC Falls Church | 1.6 mi | — |
| Kilmer Center Vienna | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Kilmer Middle Vienna | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Westbriar Elementary Vienna | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| McLean High Mclean | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Churchill Road Elementary Mclean | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL SCHOOL Vienna | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Cooper Middle Mclean | 2.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Lemon Road Elementary Falls Church | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Dunn Loring Early Childhood Resource Center Dunn Loring | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| ST LUKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mclean | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| AMBLESIDE SCHOOL Mclean | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FAIRFAX CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dulles, VA | 7.8 |
| WAKEFIELD SCHOOL The Plains, VA | 7.8 |
| WALSINGHAM ACADEMY Williamsburg, VA | 7.8 |
| CHRIST CHAPEL ACADEMY Woodbridge, VA | 7.4 |
| ROANOKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Roanoke, VA | 7.4 |
| FREDERICKSBURG ACADEMY Fredericksburg, VA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Basis Independent Mclean
What grades does Basis Independent Mclean serve?
Basis Independent Mclean serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Basis Independent Mclean?
Basis Independent Mclean has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Basis Independent Mclean?
The student-teacher ratio at Basis Independent Mclean is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Basis Independent Mclean rank in VA?
Basis Independent Mclean ranks #49 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Basis Independent Mclean's MySchoolScout rating?
Basis Independent Mclean has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Basis Independent Mclean a private school?
Yes, Basis Independent Mclean 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 Basis Independent Mclean a religious school?
No, Basis Independent Mclean is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 434
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfax County
- Phone
- (703) 854-1253
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