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#331 of 457 private schools in VA

Engleside Christian School

Elementary School

8428 HIGHLAND LN, Alexandria, VA 22309

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#331 of 457

In Alexandria

#21 of 27

public schools

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About Engleside Christian School

Engleside Christian School is a private elementary school in Alexandria, VA. Engleside Christian School serves approximately 58 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Engleside Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #331 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.6 pts below VA schools

5.6

This school 5.6 · Average
VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 58 students, Engleside Christian 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.

Engleside Christian 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

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How Engleside Christian School compares to 45 public schools serving similar grades in Alexandria, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

This School

14.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

665

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.6

This School

5.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 67.2% vs 0%

Black 22.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 10.3% vs 0%

Engleside Christian School Alexandria Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Engleside Christian School (this school)	—	58	10:1	5.6
Woodlawn Elementary	0.2 mi	468	12.3:1	3.7
Riverside Elementary	1.4 mi	718	13.1:1	6.3
Woodley Hills Elementary	1.4 mi	520	12.7:1	4.2
Washington Mill Elementary	1.5 mi	575	14.7:1	4.7
Mount Vernon Woods Elementary	1.5 mi	546	10.9:1	4.4
Hayfield Elementary	1.8 mi	614	16.6:1	6.4
Hybla Valley Elementary	2.7 mi	891	14.1:1	3.1
Stratford Landing Elementary	2.8 mi	723	14.2:1	7.9
Island Creek Elementary	2.8 mi	722	15.7:1	7.5
Fort Hunt Elementary	3.0 mi	573	13.6:1	7.7
Lane Elementary	3.0 mi	752	15.7:1	6.6
Hollin Meadows Elementary	3.1 mi	622	14.5:1	3.6
Groveton Elementary	3.2 mi	790	14.4:1	3.4
Virginia Hills Early Childhood Resource Center	3.4 mi	273	7.4:1	5.0
Waynewood Elementary	3.5 mi	726	17.3:1	8.7
Bucknell Elementary	3.7 mi	279	10.3:1	5.0
Rose Hill Elementary	3.7 mi	671	13.2:1	7.0
Franconia Elementary	3.9 mi	489	14:1	6.0
Bush Hill Elementary	4.3 mi	678	13.6:1	8.7
Belle View Elementary	4.4 mi	401	12.2:1	6.6

Showing 20 of 45 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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

B- 5.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 5.2 / 10

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School Day Length 6.9 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,193.7

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 49%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 4.5 / 10

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Enrollment 58

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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)

White 67.2%

Black 22.4%

Hispanic 10.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8428 HIGHLAND LN, Alexandria, VA 22309

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Engleside Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fort Belvoir Upper Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Fort Belvoir), which scores notably higher. Another option is Island Creek Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lane Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Alexandria, see our Alexandria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Woodlawn Elementary Alexandria	0.2 mi	468	3.7
ALTERNATIVE PATHS TRAINING SCHOOL - ALEXANDRIA Alexandria	0.9 mi	72	8.8
ALTERNATIVE PATHS TRAINING SCHOOL Alexandria	0.9 mi	188	9.2
Fort Belvoir Elementary Fort Belvoir	1.2 mi	750	4.8
Fort Belvoir Upper Elementary Fort Belvoir	1.3 mi	654	7.8
Washington Mill Elementary Alexandria	1.5 mi	575	4.7
Mount Vernon Woods Elementary Alexandria	1.5 mi	546	4.4
Woodley Hills Elementary Alexandria	1.4 mi	520	4.2
Riverside Elementary Alexandria	1.4 mi	718	6.3
Mount Vernon High Alexandria	1.5 mi	1,953	6.6
THE AQUINAS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Alexandria	1.5 mi	114	4.6
Hayfield Elementary Alexandria	1.8 mi	614	6.4
Hayfield Secondary Alexandria	2.0 mi	3,239	6.2
Hybla Valley Elementary Alexandria	2.7 mi	891	3.1
Whitman Middle Alexandria	2.7 mi	819	5.2
Groveton Elementary Alexandria	3.2 mi	790	3.4
RIVER FARM COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Alexandria	3.2 mi	39	5.7
Lane Elementary Alexandria	3.0 mi	752	6.6
Virginia Hills Early Childhood Resource Center Alexandria	3.4 mi	273	5.0
Island Creek Elementary Alexandria	2.8 mi	722	7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22309 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,556

Median Home Value

$539,700

Median Rent

$1,749/mo

Population

34,948

College Educated

44.2%

Homeownership

63.3%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

39.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Engleside Christian School

What grades does Engleside Christian School serve?

Engleside Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Engleside Christian School?

Engleside Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 58 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Engleside Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Engleside Christian School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Engleside Christian School rank in VA?

Engleside Christian School ranks #331 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Engleside Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Engleside Christian 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 Engleside Christian School a private school?

Yes, Engleside Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Engleside Christian School a religious school?

Engleside Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 43 Some Transit
Bike Score: 42 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment: 58
Gender Split: 40% M / 60% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Teachers (FTE): 6
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Baptist
School Day: 6.9 hours
Days Per Year: 173 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Fairfax County
Phone: (703) 780-4332

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