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#299 of 457 private schools in VA
Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School
High School
6600 LITTLE FALLS RD, Arlington, VA 22213
Enrollment
1,153
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,153
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#299 of 457
In Arlington
#5 of 8
public schools
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Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School
High School in Arlington · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School
Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School is a private high school in Arlington, VA. Bishop Denis J.
Oconnell High School serves approximately 1,153 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #299 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- VA avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High 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 Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School compares to the 36 public schools in Arlington, VA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Arlington
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School (this school) | 5.9 |
| Tuckahoe Elementary | 9.2 |
| Nottingham Elementary | 9.5 |
| Cardinal Elementary | 8.7 |
| Discovery Elementary | 9.1 |
| Yorktown High | 8.6 |
| Williamsburg Middle | 9.5 |
| Arlington Traditional | 8.9 |
| Swanson Middle | 7.8 |
| Ashlawn Elementary | 8.1 |
| Glebe Elementary | 9.4 |
| Escuela Key Elementary | 7.3 |
| Kenmore Middle | 7.7 |
| Integration Station | 5.6 |
| Dorothy Hamm Middle | 9.2 |
| Taylor Elementary | 8.6 |
| Jamestown Elementary | 9.3 |
| Carlin Springs Elementary | 3.1 |
| Washington-Liberty High | 7.9 |
| Barrett Elementary | 4.2 |
| Campbell Elementary | 8.4 |
Showing 20 of 36 schools. View all schools in Arlington
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
6600 LITTLE FALLS RD, Arlington, VA 22213
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Nottingham Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Williamsburg Middle (rated 9.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tuckahoe Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arlington, see our Arlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tuckahoe Elementary Arlington | 0.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Nottingham Elementary Arlington | 0.7 mi | 9.5 |
| Jessie Thackrey Preschool Falls Church | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Haycock Elementary Falls Church | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| FALLS CHURCH EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Falls Church | 1.1 mi | — |
| RIVENDELL SCHOOL Arlington | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| ACTON ACADEMY FALLS CHURCH Falls Church | 1.1 mi | — |
| Mount Daniel Elementary Falls Church | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Discovery Elementary Arlington | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Longfellow Middle Falls Church | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Falls Church | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Williamsburg Middle Arlington | 1.3 mi | 9.5 |
| Cardinal Elementary Arlington | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Arlington Traditional Arlington | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| BROOKSFIELD SCHOOL Mclean | 1.5 mi | — |
| Yorktown High Arlington | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Chesterbrook Elementary Mclean | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Oak Street Elementary Falls Church | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Swanson Middle Arlington | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Bailey's Upper Elementary School for the Arts and Sciences Falls Church | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$169,201
Median Home Value
$1,049,500
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
4,063
College Educated
74.7%
Homeownership
69.3%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
41.2
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| Magna Vista High Ridgeway, VA | 5.9 |
| Powhatan High Powhatan, VA | 5.9 |
| Liberty High Bealeton, VA | 6.0 |
| Southampton High Courtland, VA | 6.0 |
| Varina High Richmond, VA | 6.0 |
| Denbigh High Newport News, VA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School
What grades does Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School serve?
Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School?
Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,153 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School rank in VA?
Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School ranks #299 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School a private school?
Yes, Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School a religious school?
Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,153
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 101
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 187 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Arlington County
- Phone
- (703) 237-1400
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