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Very Good

#117 of 457 private schools in VA

Top 25% of private schools

Grace Episcopal School

Elementary School

3601 RUSSELL RD, Alexandria, VA 22305

Private

Enrollment

75

Student-Teacher

6.3:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#117 of 457

In Alexandria

#9 of 27

public schools

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Grace Episcopal School

7.1/10

Elementary School in Alexandria · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.9/10

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About Grace Episcopal School

Grace Episcopal School is a private elementary school in Alexandria, VA. Grace Episcopal School serves approximately 75 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Episcopal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #117 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.9 pts above VA schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 75 students, Grace Episcopal 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.

At 6.3:1 students to teachers, Grace Episcopal School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Grace Episcopal 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 Grace Episcopal School compares to 39 public schools serving similar grades in Alexandria, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.3:1
This School
vs
14.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
75
This School
vs
614
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.1
This School
vs
5.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 68% vs 0%
Black 10.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.7% vs 0%
Asian 2.7% vs 0%
Grace Episcopal School Alexandria Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Grace Episcopal School (this school) 7.1
Cora Kelly School for Math Science and Technology 3.9
Mount Vernon Elementary 5.0
Charles Barrett Elementary 4.9
George Mason Elementary 5.3
Naomi L. Brooks Elementary 6.4
Douglas MacArthur Elementary 5.3
Jefferson-Houston PK-8 School 6.2
Lyles-Crouch Elementary 7.8
Patrick Henry K-8 School 7.4
Cameron Elementary 4.3
James K. Polk Elementary 4.7
Ferdinand T. Day Elementary 5.7
John Adams Elementary 5.1
William Ramsay Elementary 3.2
Mount Eagle Elementary 3.3
Clermont Elementary 8.3
Samuel W. Tucker Elementary 4.8
Belle View Elementary 6.6
Bush Hill Elementary 8.7
Parklawn Elementary 3.5

Showing 20 of 39 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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,216.8
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 50%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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Enrollment 75
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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 68.0%
Two or More 16.0%
Black 10.7%
Hispanic 2.7%
Asian 2.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3601 RUSSELL RD, Alexandria, VA 22305

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grace Episcopal School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALEXANDRIA COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Hoffman-Boston Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Arlington), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Oakridge Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Arlington), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Alexandria, see our Alexandria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ST RITA SCHOOL Alexandria 0.1 mi 5.9
Cora Kelly School for Math Science and Technology Alexandria 0.4 mi 3.9
ALEXANDRIA COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Alexandria 0.7 mi 7.3
Mount Vernon Elementary Alexandria 0.7 mi 5.0
Gunston Middle Arlington 0.8 mi 8.1
George Mason Elementary Alexandria 0.8 mi 5.3
Charles Barrett Elementary Alexandria 0.7 mi 4.9
THE DEL RAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Alexandria 0.9 mi
Oakridge Elementary Arlington 0.9 mi 6.7
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Alexandria 1.1 mi 4.3
VERITAS COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Arlington 1.1 mi 7.6
BLESSED SACRAMENT GRADE SCHOOL & EARLY CHILDHOOD C Alexandria 1.2 mi 5.7
COMMONWEALTH ACADEMY Alexandria 1.5 mi 8.1
George Washington Middle Alexandria 1.6 mi 6.4
Alexandria City High School Alexandria 1.4 mi 5.6
Naomi L. Brooks Elementary Alexandria 1.7 mi 6.4
Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary Arlington 1.4 mi 5.0
Hoffman-Boston Elementary Arlington 1.7 mi 6.8
Douglas MacArthur Elementary Alexandria 1.8 mi 5.3
Abingdon Elementary Arlington 1.7 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,124

Median Home Value

$817,200

Median Rent

$1,902/mo

Population

17,721

College Educated

59.1%

Homeownership

33.4%

Avg Commute

28.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.9%

Median Age

33.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT CHANTILLY Chantilly, VA 7.2
GHENT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norfolk, VA 6.9
ST ANTHONY ACADEMY Fairfax, VA 6.9
Swords Creek Elementary Swords Creek, VA 6.9
THE SPRINGS A MONTESSORI SCHOOL Springfield, VA 6.9
Temperance Elementary Amherst, VA 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grace Episcopal School

What grades does Grace Episcopal School serve?

Grace Episcopal School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Grace Episcopal School?

Grace Episcopal School has an enrollment of approximately 75 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Episcopal School?

The student-teacher ratio at Grace Episcopal School is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Grace Episcopal School rank in VA?

Grace Episcopal School ranks #117 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Grace Episcopal School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grace Episcopal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Grace Episcopal School a private school?

Yes, Grace Episcopal School is a private coeducational school with a Episcopal 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 Episcopal School a religious school?

Grace Episcopal School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
52 Good Transit
Bike Score
76 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
75
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Episcopal
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
169 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Alexandria city

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