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#309 of 457 private schools in VA

Grace Christian Academy

Elementary School

3233 ANNANDALE RD, Falls Church, VA 22042

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#309 of 457

In Falls Church

#5 of 6

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About Grace Christian Academy

Grace Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Falls Church, VA. Grace Christian Academy serves approximately 83 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #309 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.4 pts below VA schools

5.8

This school 5.8 · Average
VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 83 students, Grace Christian 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.

Grace Christian 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

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How Grace Christian Academy compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Falls Church, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.3:1

This School

14.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

654

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.8

This School

5.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 51.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 28.9% vs 0%

Black 7.2% vs 0%

Asian 1.2% vs 0%

Grace Christian Academy Falls Church Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Grace Christian Academy (this school)	—	83	16.3:1	5.8
Westlawn Elementary	0.5 mi	739	14.5:1	3.2
Sleepy Hollow Elementary	0.7 mi	460	11.8:1	4.6
Graham Road Elementary	1.1 mi	408	12.4:1	3.2
Belvedere Elementary	1.4 mi	628	13.7:1	7.8
Bailey's Upper Elementary School for the Arts and Sciences	1.7 mi	525	12.2:1	5.2
Woodburn Elementary	1.7 mi	486	13.5:1	3.2
Pine Spring Elementary	1.8 mi	617	13.4:1	4.6
Timber Lane Elementary	1.9 mi	645	13.7:1	4.7
Oak Street Elementary	1.9 mi	556	20.6:1	7.8
Beech Tree Elementary	2.0 mi	417	13.9:1	6.4
Bailey's Elementary School for the Arts and Sciences	2.0 mi	817	13.6:1	3.8
Shrevewood Elementary	2.6 mi	653	14.5:1	5.8
Jackson Middle	2.7 mi	962	11.7:1	5.1
Mount Daniel Elementary	2.9 mi	481	19.2:1	5.7
Glen Forest Elementary	2.9 mi	790	12.7:1	3.9
Mary Ellen Henderson Middle	2.9 mi	611	11.3:1	8.4
Haycock Elementary	3.3 mi	829	15.6:1	9.1
Lemon Road Elementary	3.4 mi	577	15.2:1	8.0
Longfellow Middle	3.7 mi	1,253	13.8:1	8.6
Westgate Elementary	4.5 mi	617	14.3:1	5.0

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

C- 2.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.3:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.3 / 10

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School Day Length 7.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,297.5

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 63%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 5.9 / 10

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Enrollment 83

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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 51.8%

Hispanic 28.9%

Two or More 10.8%

Black 7.2%

Asian 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3233 ANNANDALE RD, Falls Church, VA 22042

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grace Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PINECREST SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Annandale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Belvedere Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oak Street Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Falls Church, see our Falls Church schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Westlawn Elementary Falls Church	0.5 mi	739	3.2
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF HOLMES RUN CHILDRENS HOUSE Falls Church	0.6 mi	10	—
Sleepy Hollow Elementary Falls Church	0.7 mi	460	4.6
CONGRESSIONAL SCHOOL Falls Church	0.9 mi	308	7.5
Graham Road Elementary Falls Church	1.1 mi	408	3.2
THE VILLAGE SCHOOL: AN ACTON ACADEMY Annandale	1.4 mi	53	5.3
Mason Crest Elementary Annandale	1.2 mi	719	5.0
Belvedere Elementary Falls Church	1.4 mi	628	7.8
WESTMINSTER SCHOOL, INC. Annandale	1.3 mi	199	7.4
PINECREST SCHOOL Annandale	1.6 mi	75	8.2
Falls Church High Falls Church	1.4 mi	2,154	5.6
FALLS CHURCH EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Falls Church	1.8 mi	10	—
Oak Street Elementary Falls Church	1.9 mi	556	7.8
Columbia Elementary Annandale	1.9 mi	378	7.2
Timber Lane Elementary Falls Church	1.9 mi	645	4.7
Jessie Thackrey Preschool Falls Church	1.9 mi	75	5.4
TRINITY SCHOOL AT MEADOW VIEW Falls Church	1.8 mi	198	5.8
ACTON ACADEMY FALLS CHURCH Falls Church	2.1 mi	2	—
Bailey's Upper Elementary School for the Arts and Sciences Falls Church	1.7 mi	525	5.2
Pine Spring Elementary Falls Church	1.8 mi	617	4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$135,578

Median Home Value

$666,700

Median Rent

$2,178/mo

Population

34,631

College Educated

54.7%

Homeownership

65.4%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

37.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF VIRGINIA Chesapeake, VA	108	5.8
SHORE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Exmore, VA	55	5.8
ST JAMES' EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Warrenton, VA	102	5.8
HAMPTON ROADS INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newport News, VA	63	5.7
TREE OF LIFE CHRISTIAN PREP SCHOOL Fredericksburg, VA	51	5.9
ENGLESIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Alexandria, VA	58	5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grace Christian Academy

What grades does Grace Christian Academy serve?

Grace Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Grace Christian Academy?

Grace Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Grace Christian Academy is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Grace Christian Academy rank in VA?

Grace Christian Academy ranks #309 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Grace Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Grace Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Grace Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Grace Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Grace Christian Academy a religious school?

Grace Christian Academy has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 9 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 29 Some Transit
Bike Score: 38 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 83
Gender Split: 51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 5
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day: 7.5 hours
Days Per Year: 173 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Fairfax County
Phone: (703) 534-5517

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