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First Steps Academy
Elementary School
7900 WESTPARK DR STE A040, Mclean, VA 22102
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
2.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
2.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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First Steps Academy
Elementary School in Mclean · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About First Steps Academy
First Steps Academy is a private elementary school in Mclean, VA. First Steps Academy serves approximately 5 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 2.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 5 students, First Steps Academy 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 2.5:1 students to teachers, First Steps Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
First Steps Academy 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 First Steps Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Mclean, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| First Steps Academy (this school) | — |
| Spring Hill Elementary | 7.7 |
| Churchill Road Elementary | 8.8 |
| Kent Gardens Elementary | 9.1 |
| Sherman Elementary | 8.3 |
| 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 5 students
- Type
- Private · Christian, no specific denomination
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.5:1
- Address
- 7900 WESTPARK DR STE A040, Mclean, VA 22102
- Phone
- (703) 821-6663
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in VA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
7900 WESTPARK DR STE A040, Mclean, VA 22102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering First Steps Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Churchill Road Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away). Another option is Westbriar Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Vienna). Additionally, Lemon Road Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Falls Church). For more schools in Mclean, see our Mclean schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BASIS INDEPENDENT MCLEAN Mclean | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Westgate Elementary Falls Church | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| FUSION ACADEMY TY: TYSONS Vienna | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Pimmit Early Childhood Resource Center Falls Church | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Spring Hill Elementary Mclean | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Freedom Hill Elementary Vienna | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Marshall High Falls Church | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| OAK HILL MONTESSORI LLC Falls Church | 1.3 mi | — |
| THE LANGLEY SCHOOL Mclean | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Kilmer Center Vienna | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Kilmer Middle Vienna | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Westbriar Elementary Vienna | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Dunn Loring Early Childhood Resource Center Dunn Loring | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Lemon Road Elementary Falls Church | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL SCHOOL Vienna | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| McLean High Mclean | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Churchill Road Elementary Mclean | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| HOLLY BROOK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dunn Loring | 2.4 mi | — |
| Meridian High Falls Church | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Mary Ellen Henderson Middle Falls Church | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
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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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BASICS PRIMARY SCHOOL & DAYCARE Chesapeake, VA | — |
| CATHEDRAL OF FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chesapeake, VA | — |
| CHESTERBROOK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Arlington, VA | — |
| CHILDRENS HOUSE OF OLD TOWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fredericksburg, VA | — |
| CROSSROADS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Falls Church, VA | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about First Steps Academy
What grades does First Steps Academy serve?
First Steps Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend First Steps Academy?
First Steps Academy has an enrollment of approximately 5 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at First Steps Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at First Steps Academy is 2.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is First Steps Academy a private school?
Yes, First Steps Academy 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 First Steps Academy a religious school?
First Steps Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 5
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 249 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfax County
- Phone
- (703) 821-6663
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