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#201 of 457 private schools in VA

Top 44% of private schools

Nativity Catholic School

Elementary School

6398 NATIVITY LN, Burke, VA 22015

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

265

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

265

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

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About Nativity Catholic School

Nativity Catholic School is a private elementary school in Burke, VA. Nativity Catholic School serves approximately 265 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Nativity Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #201 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.3 pts above VA schools

6.5

This school 6.5 · Average
VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Nativity Catholic 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 Nativity Catholic School compares to the 4 public schools in Burke, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.7:1

This School

16.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

265

This School

1,552

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.5

This School

8.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 50.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 20.4% vs 0%

Asian 11.3% vs 0%

Black 5.7% vs 0%

Nativity Catholic School Burke Public Avg

All Schools in Burke

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Nativity Catholic School (this school)	—	265	13.7:1	6.5
White Oaks Elementary	0.7 mi	724	16.1:1	7.3
Cherry Run Elementary	0.7 mi	461	13.6:1	8.8
Terra Centre Elementary	1.1 mi	626	14.6:1	9.0
Lake Braddock Secondary	2.0 mi	4,397	22.7:1	6.7

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 3.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.7:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 7.2 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 67%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 265

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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 50.6%

Hispanic 20.4%

Asian 11.3%

Two or More 11.3%

Black 5.7%

Pacific Islander 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6398 NATIVITY LN, Burke, VA 22015

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Nativity Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Terra Centre Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sangster Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cherry Run Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Burke, see our Burke schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Cherry Run Elementary Burke	0.7 mi	461	8.8
White Oaks Elementary Burke	0.7 mi	724	7.3
Terra Centre Elementary Burke	1.1 mi	626	9.0
FAIRFAX BAPTIST TEMPLE ACADEMY Fairfax Station	1.2 mi	289	6.5
Sangster Elementary Springfield	1.6 mi	899	9.0
Orange Hunt Elementary Springfield	1.5 mi	900	7.5
Lake Braddock Secondary Burke	2.0 mi	4,397	6.7
Hunt Valley Elementary Springfield	2.2 mi	747	7.9
Laurel Ridge Elementary Fairfax	2.7 mi	804	7.9
Bonnie Brae Elementary Fairfax	2.5 mi	828	7.5
West Springfield High Springfield	2.2 mi	2,748	8.8
ACCOTINK ACADEMY Springfield	2.2 mi	72	5.0
ACCOTINK ACADEMY Springfield	2.2 mi	72	5.0
THE GW COMMUNITY SCHOOL Springfield	2.7 mi	32	6.3
FAIRFAX GLOBAL ACADEMY Springfield	2.7 mi	10	—
Cardinal Forest Elementary Springfield	2.4 mi	700	7.3
Robinson Secondary Fairfax	3.0 mi	3,665	6.8
HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Annandale	2.9 mi	408	6.3
ACCOTINK ACADEMY PRESCHOOL Springfield	2.5 mi	9	—
Kings Park Elementary Springfield	2.8 mi	665	7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$166,016

Median Home Value

$666,500

Median Rent

$2,441/mo

Population

44,730

College Educated

66.4%

Homeownership

85.1%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

39.7

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
Berkeley Elementary Spotsylvania, VA	282	6.5
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dale City, VA	189	6.5
Meadville Elementary Nathalie, VA	160	6.5
POWHATAN SCHOOL Boyce, VA	237	6.5
Sontag Elementary Rocky Mount, VA	216	6.5
Armstrong Elementary Reston, VA	365	6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nativity Catholic School

What grades does Nativity Catholic School serve?

Nativity Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Nativity Catholic School?

Nativity Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 265 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Nativity Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Nativity Catholic School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Nativity Catholic School rank in VA?

Nativity Catholic School ranks #201 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Nativity Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Nativity Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Nativity Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Nativity Catholic 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 Nativity Catholic School a religious school?

Nativity Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 37 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 265
Gender Split: 57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 19
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Fairfax County
Phone: (703) 455-2300

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