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#220 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 48% of private schools
Holy Spirit School
Elementary School
8800 BRADDOCK RD, Annandale, VA 22003
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#220 of 457
In Annandale
#8 of 9
public schools
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Holy Spirit School
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About Holy Spirit School
Holy Spirit School is a private elementary school in Annandale, VA. Holy Spirit School serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Spirit School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #220 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Holy Spirit 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 Holy Spirit School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Annandale, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Spirit School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Canterbury Woods Elementary | 8.5 |
| Braddock Elementary | 3.0 |
| Annandale Terrace Elementary | 4.5 |
| Camelot Elementary | 5.8 |
| Poe Middle | 3.7 |
| Mason Crest Elementary | 5.0 |
| Columbia Elementary | 7.2 |
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.
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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
8800 BRADDOCK RD, Annandale, VA 22003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Spirit School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wakefield Forest Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Fairfax), which scores notably higher. Another option is Canterbury Woods Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ravensworth Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Annandale, see our Annandale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE GW COMMUNITY SCHOOL Springfield | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| FAIRFAX GLOBAL ACADEMY Springfield | 0.3 mi | — |
| Canterbury Woods Elementary Annandale | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Kings Park Elementary Springfield | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Kings Glen Elementary Springfield | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Lake Braddock Secondary Burke | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Cardinal Forest Elementary Springfield | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Little Run Elementary Fairfax | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Wakefield Forest Elementary Fairfax | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| West Springfield High Springfield | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Ravensworth Elementary Springfield | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| ACCOTINK ACADEMY Springfield | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| ACCOTINK ACADEMY Springfield | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| ACCOTINK ACADEMY PRESCHOOL Springfield | 2.2 mi | — |
| Olde Creek Elementary Fairfax | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Frost Middle Fairfax | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| White Oaks Elementary Burke | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Braddock Elementary Annandale | 2.0 mi | 3.0 |
| PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Springfield | 2.4 mi | — |
| Mantua Elementary Fairfax | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,109
Median Home Value
$694,300
Median Rent
$1,988/mo
Population
58,154
College Educated
50.6%
Homeownership
70.2%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
40.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Central Elementary Lexington, VA | 6.3 |
| Crestview Elementary Richmond, VA | 6.3 |
| Ettrick Elementary Ettrick, VA | 6.3 |
| Francis Asbury Elementary Hampton, VA | 6.3 |
| Frederick Douglass Elementary Winchester, VA | 6.3 |
| Maude Trevvett Elementary Richmond, VA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Spirit School
What grades does Holy Spirit School serve?
Holy Spirit School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Holy Spirit School?
Holy Spirit School has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Spirit School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Spirit School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holy Spirit School rank in VA?
Holy Spirit School ranks #220 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Holy Spirit School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Spirit School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Holy Spirit School a private school?
Yes, Holy Spirit 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 Holy Spirit School a religious school?
Holy Spirit School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 408
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfax County
- Phone
- (703) 978-7117
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