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Karter School of Cascades
Elementary School
21290 SPRINGLAKE CT, Sterling, VA 20166
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Karter School of Cascades
Elementary School in Sterling · grades Kindergarten – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Karter School of Cascades
Karter School of Cascades is a private elementary school in Sterling, VA. Karter School of Cascades serves approximately 20 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 6.9:1 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 20 students, Karter School of Cascades 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 6.9:1 students to teachers, Karter School of Cascades sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Karter School of Cascades 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.
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BetaHow Karter School of Cascades compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Sterling, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Karter School of Cascades (this school) | — |
| Potowmack Elementary | 5.9 |
| Sterling Elementary | 5.6 |
| Rolling Ridge Elementary | 4.2 |
| Sugarland Elementary | 6.4 |
| Countryside Elementary | 6.1 |
| Dominion High | 7.8 |
| Horizon Elementary | 7.2 |
| Meadowland Elementary | 5.5 |
| Guilford Elementary | 3.2 |
| Sully Elementary | 3.2 |
| Algonkian Elementary | 9.3 |
| Forest Grove Elementary | 4.7 |
| Lowes Island Elementary | 8.1 |
| Elaine E. Thompson Elementary | 7.2 |
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
- Kindergarten – 1st
- Enrollment
- 20 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Address
- 21290 SPRINGLAKE CT, Sterling, VA 20166
- Phone
- (703) 430-8657
- 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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
21290 SPRINGLAKE CT, Sterling, VA 20166
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Karter School of Cascades may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Algonkian Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.1 miles away). Another option is THE NEWTON SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away). Additionally, Horizon Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away). For more schools in Sterling, see our Sterling schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE NEWTON SCHOOL Sterling | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Park View High Sterling | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Potowmack Elementary Sterling | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Sterling Elementary Sterling | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Countryside Elementary Sterling | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Rolling Ridge Elementary Sterling | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Sugarland Elementary Sterling | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Sterling Middle Sterling | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Horizon Elementary Sterling | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| River Bend Middle Sterling | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Guilford Elementary Sterling | 1.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Potomac Falls High Potomac Falls | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| W.O. Robey High Sterling | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Dominion High Sterling | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Sully Elementary Sterling | 2.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Seneca Ridge Middle Sterling | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Algonkian Elementary Sterling | 2.1 mi | 9.3 |
| OUR LADY OF HOPE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Potomac Falls | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Meadowland Elementary Sterling | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Dranesville Elementary Herndon | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20166 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,246
Median Home Value
$576,400
Median Rent
$2,227/mo
Population
13,854
College Educated
66.4%
Homeownership
51.7%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
34.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Karter School of Cascades
What grades does Karter School of Cascades serve?
Karter School of Cascades serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.
How many students attend Karter School of Cascades?
Karter School of Cascades has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Karter School of Cascades?
The student-teacher ratio at Karter School of Cascades is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Karter School of Cascades a private school?
Yes, Karter School of Cascades is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Karter School of Cascades a religious school?
No, Karter School of Cascades is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 1st
- Enrollment
- 20
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Loudoun County
- Phone
- (703) 430-8657
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