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#289 of 457 private schools in VA
Our Lady of Good Counsel School
Elementary School
8601 WOLFTRAP RD, Vienna, VA 22182
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#289 of 457
In Vienna
#4 of 5
public schools
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Our Lady of Good Counsel School
Elementary School in Vienna · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Our Lady of Good Counsel School
Our Lady of Good Counsel School is a private elementary school in Vienna, VA. Our Lady of Good Counsel School serves approximately 469 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady of Good Counsel School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #289 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Our Lady of Good Counsel 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 Our Lady of Good Counsel School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Vienna, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Our Lady of Good Counsel School (this school) | 5.9 |
| Freedom Hill Elementary | 6.0 |
| Westbriar Elementary | 8.3 |
| Kilmer Middle | 7.1 |
| Kilmer Center | 6.1 |
| Cunningham Park Elementary | 6.0 |
| Vienna Elementary | 8.3 |
| Thoreau Middle | 7.2 |
| Wolftrap Elementary | 8.8 |
| Stenwood Elementary | 8.9 |
| Archer Elementary | 8.5 |
| Marshall Road Elementary | 5.1 |
| Flint Hill Elementary | 8.6 |
| Colvin Run Elementary | 9.2 |
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
8601 WOLFTRAP RD, Vienna, VA 22182
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Our Lady of Good Counsel School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stenwood Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wolftrap Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GREEN HEDGES SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Vienna, see our Vienna schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Freedom Hill Elementary Vienna | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Westbriar Elementary Vienna | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Cunningham Park Elementary Vienna | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Kilmer Center Vienna | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Kilmer Middle Vienna | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Thoreau Middle Vienna | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Dunn Loring Early Childhood Resource Center Dunn Loring | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| FUSION ACADEMY TY: TYSONS Vienna | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Vienna Elementary Vienna | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| HOLY COMFORTER EPISCOPAL PRESCHOOL / KINDERGARTEN Vienna | 1.3 mi | — |
| HOLLY BROOK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dunn Loring | 1.5 mi | — |
| Wolftrap Elementary Vienna | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Stenwood Elementary Vienna | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| VIENNA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Vienna | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Marshall High Falls Church | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| FIRST STEPS ACADEMY Mclean | 1.8 mi | — |
| BASIS INDEPENDENT MCLEAN Mclean | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| APPLETREE II SCHOOL Vienna | 2.0 mi | — |
| GREEN HEDGES SCHOOL Vienna | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Marshall Road Elementary Vienna | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22182 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$200,038
Median Home Value
$1,086,600
Median Rent
$2,618/mo
Population
27,592
College Educated
81.8%
Homeownership
71.6%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
42.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Armel Elementary Winchester, VA | 5.9 |
| Boyce Elementary Boyce, VA | 5.9 |
| Bren Mar Park Elementary Alexandria, VA | 5.9 |
| Colonial Beach Elementary Colonial Beach, VA | 5.9 |
| Dinwiddie Elementary Dinwiddie, VA | 5.9 |
| Hilton Elementary Newport News, VA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Our Lady of Good Counsel School
What grades does Our Lady of Good Counsel School serve?
Our Lady of Good Counsel School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Our Lady of Good Counsel School?
Our Lady of Good Counsel School has an enrollment of approximately 469 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Good Counsel School?
The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Good Counsel School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Our Lady of Good Counsel School rank in VA?
Our Lady of Good Counsel School ranks #289 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Our Lady of Good Counsel School's MySchoolScout rating?
Our Lady of Good Counsel School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Our Lady of Good Counsel School a private school?
Yes, Our Lady of Good Counsel 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 Our Lady of Good Counsel School a religious school?
Our Lady of Good Counsel School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 469
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- 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) 938-3600
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