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#254 of 457 private schools in VA
Palm Tree School
School
8900 LEE HWY, Fairfax, VA 22031
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
TK – 12th
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
TK – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#254 of 457
In Fairfax
#8 of 11
public schools
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Palm Tree School
School in Fairfax · grades TK – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Palm Tree School
Palm Tree School is a private school in Fairfax, VA. Palm Tree School serves approximately 64 students, and covers grades TK-12th, and has a 4.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Palm Tree School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #254 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 64 students, Palm Tree School 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 4.3:1 students to teachers, Palm Tree School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Palm Tree 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 Palm Tree School compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Fairfax, VA
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Palm Tree School (this school) | 6.2 |
| Fairhill Elementary | 6.8 |
| Mantua Elementary | 8.3 |
| Mosaic Elementary | 8.6 |
| Fairfax High | 6.7 |
| Wakefield Forest Elementary | 8.7 |
| Woodson High | 8.8 |
| Daniels Run Elementary | 5.4 |
| Frost Middle | 7.9 |
| Olde Creek Elementary | 7.6 |
| Little Run Elementary | 7.5 |
| Providence Elementary | 5.2 |
| Johnson Middle | 6.4 |
| Fairfax Villa Elementary | 7.3 |
| Laurel Ridge Elementary | 7.9 |
| Robinson Secondary | 6.8 |
| Oak View Elementary | 8.1 |
| Bonnie Brae Elementary | 7.5 |
| Eagle View Elementary | 5.6 |
| Navy Elementary | 9.0 |
| Willow Springs Elementary | 8.0 |
Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in Fairfax
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
8900 LEE HWY, Fairfax, VA 22031
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palm Tree School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Oakton High (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Vienna), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stenwood Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Vienna), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mosaic Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fairfax, see our Fairfax schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fairhill Elementary Fairfax | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| MERRITT ACADEMY Fairfax | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Marshall Road Elementary Vienna | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Thoreau Middle Vienna | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Cunningham Park Elementary Vienna | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| APPLETREE II SCHOOL Vienna | 1.3 mi | — |
| THE NEW SCHOOL OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA Fairfax | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Jackson Middle Falls Church | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Stenwood Elementary Vienna | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| VIENNA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Vienna | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Mantua Elementary Fairfax | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| APPLETREE SCHOOL Fairfax | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Vienna Elementary Vienna | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| HOLLY BROOK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dunn Loring | 1.8 mi | — |
| Oakton High Vienna | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| GREEN HEDGES SCHOOL Vienna | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Dunn Loring Early Childhood Resource Center Dunn Loring | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Mosaic Elementary Fairfax | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL SCHOOL Vienna | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Madison High Vienna | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$129,743
Median Home Value
$710,400
Median Rent
$2,267/mo
Population
36,586
College Educated
72.3%
Homeownership
47.9%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
35.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| APPOMATTOX CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Appomattox, VA | 6.2 |
| MINNICK SCHOOL - WYTHEVILLE CAMPUS Wytheville, VA | 6.2 |
| MORRISON SCHOOL Bristol, VA | 6.2 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Triangle, VA | 6.3 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New Canton, VA | 6.3 |
| Kilmer Center Vienna, VA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palm Tree School
What grades does Palm Tree School serve?
Palm Tree School serves students in grades TK through 12th.
How many students attend Palm Tree School?
Palm Tree School has an enrollment of approximately 64 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palm Tree School?
The student-teacher ratio at Palm Tree School is 4.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Palm Tree School rank in VA?
Palm Tree School ranks #254 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Palm Tree School's MySchoolScout rating?
Palm Tree School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Palm Tree School a private school?
Yes, Palm Tree School is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Palm Tree School a religious school?
Palm Tree School has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- TK – 12th
- Enrollment
- 64
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfax County
- Phone
- (571) 242-6250
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