Very Good
#60 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 13% of private schools
Nysmith School for the Gifted
Elementary School
13625 EDS DR, Herndon, VA 20171
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#60 of 457
In Herndon
#2 of 4
public schools
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Nysmith School for the Gifted
Elementary School in Herndon · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nysmith School for the Gifted
Nysmith School for the Gifted is a private elementary school in Herndon, VA. Nysmith School for the Gifted serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. Nysmith School for the Gifted has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #60 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 5:1 students to teachers, Nysmith School for the Gifted sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Nysmith School for the Gifted 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 Nysmith School for the Gifted compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Herndon, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Nysmith School for the Gifted (this school) | 7.8 |
| Carson Middle | 7.3 |
| Floris Elementary | 6.8 |
| Oak Hill Elementary | 8.4 |
| McNair Elementary | 8.2 |
| McNair Upper Elementary | 8.1 |
| Coates Elementary | 3.6 |
| Fox Mill Elementary | 8.2 |
| Hutchison Elementary | 3.3 |
| Crossfield Elementary | 8.2 |
| Herndon Middle | 4.5 |
| Herndon Elementary | 2.6 |
| Clearview Elementary | 5.4 |
| Dranesville Elementary | 5.5 |
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
13625 EDS DR, Herndon, VA 20171
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nysmith School for the Gifted may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Hill Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is McNair Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Fox Mill Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Herndon, see our Herndon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carson Middle Herndon | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| KING ABDULLAH ACADEMY Herndon | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF CHANTILLY Chantilly | 0.8 mi | — |
| Floris Elementary Herndon | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| ST VERONICA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chantilly | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Oak Hill Elementary Herndon | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Franklin Middle Chantilly | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FAIRFAX Chantilly | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| BERTHOLD ACADEMY FOR THE GIFTED AND TALENTED Herndon | 1.6 mi | — |
| McNair Elementary Herndon | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Coates Elementary Herndon | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| McNair Upper Elementary Herndon | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT HERNDON Herndon | 2.1 mi | — |
| THE AUBURN SCHOOL Chantilly | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Lees Corner Elementary Fairfax | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Fox Mill Elementary Herndon | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Hutchison Elementary Herndon | 2.7 mi | 3.3 |
| Brookfield Elementary Chantilly | 2.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Chantilly High Chantilly | 3.2 mi | 8.5 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHANTILLY Chantilly | 3.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20171 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$166,154
Median Home Value
$770,200
Median Rent
$2,276/mo
Population
50,796
College Educated
73.8%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
35.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arthur R. Ware Elementary Staunton, VA | 7.8 |
| Belvedere Elementary Falls Church, VA | 7.8 |
| Chilhowie Elementary Chilhowie, VA | 7.8 |
| Cumberland Elementary Cumberland, VA | 7.8 |
| Fort Belvoir Upper Elementary Fort Belvoir, VA | 7.8 |
| Lyles-Crouch Elementary Alexandria, VA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nysmith School for the Gifted
What grades does Nysmith School for the Gifted serve?
Nysmith School for the Gifted serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Nysmith School for the Gifted?
Nysmith School for the Gifted has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nysmith School for the Gifted?
The student-teacher ratio at Nysmith School for the Gifted is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Nysmith School for the Gifted rank in VA?
Nysmith School for the Gifted ranks #60 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Nysmith School for the Gifted's MySchoolScout rating?
Nysmith School for the Gifted has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Nysmith School for the Gifted a private school?
Yes, Nysmith School for the Gifted 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 Nysmith School for the Gifted a religious school?
No, Nysmith School for the Gifted is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 510
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 102
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfax County
- Phone
- (703) 713-3332
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