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#141 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 31% of private schools
Queen of Apostles Catholic School
Elementary School
4409 SANO ST, Alexandria, VA 22312
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#141 of 457
In Alexandria
#12 of 27
public schools
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Queen of Apostles Catholic School
Elementary School in Alexandria · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Queen of Apostles Catholic School
Queen of Apostles Catholic School is a private elementary school in Alexandria, VA. Queen of Apostles Catholic School serves approximately 194 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Queen of Apostles Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #141 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 194 students, Queen of Apostles Catholic 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.
Queen of Apostles 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
BetaHow Queen of Apostles Catholic School compares to 47 public schools serving similar grades in Alexandria, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Queen of Apostles Catholic School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Parklawn Elementary | 3.5 |
| William Ramsay Elementary | 3.2 |
| Glasgow Middle | 4.6 |
| John Adams Elementary | 5.1 |
| Ferdinand T. Day Elementary | 5.7 |
| Weyanoke Elementary | 3.6 |
| Holmes Middle | 4.3 |
| James K. Polk Elementary | 4.7 |
| Francis C. Hammond Middle | 4.1 |
| Samuel W. Tucker Elementary | 4.8 |
| Patrick Henry K-8 School | 7.4 |
| Bren Mar Park Elementary | 5.9 |
| Bush Hill Elementary | 8.7 |
| Clermont Elementary | 8.3 |
| Twain Middle | 6.8 |
| Franconia Elementary | 6.0 |
| Douglas MacArthur Elementary | 5.3 |
| Cameron Elementary | 4.3 |
| Rose Hill Elementary | 7.0 |
| Charles Barrett Elementary | 4.9 |
Showing 20 of 47 schools. View all schools in Alexandria
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
4409 SANO ST, Alexandria, VA 22312
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Queen of Apostles Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY (rated 9.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ANTHONY OF PADUA SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Falls Church), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ANTHONY OF PADUA SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Falls Church), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alexandria, see our Alexandria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22312 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,044
Median Home Value
$593,600
Median Rent
$2,009/mo
Population
26,366
College Educated
53.5%
Homeownership
51.8%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Richmond, VA | 6.9 |
| Clays Mill Elementary Scottsburg, VA | 6.9 |
| Sandston Elementary Sandston, VA | 6.9 |
| CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Norfolk, VA | 7.0 |
| Hamilton Elementary Hamilton, VA | 7.0 |
| PORTSMOUTH CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL Portsmouth, VA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Queen of Apostles Catholic School
What grades does Queen of Apostles Catholic School serve?
Queen of Apostles Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Queen of Apostles Catholic School?
Queen of Apostles Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 194 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Queen of Apostles Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Queen of Apostles Catholic School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Queen of Apostles Catholic School rank in VA?
Queen of Apostles Catholic School ranks #141 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Queen of Apostles Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Queen of Apostles Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Queen of Apostles Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Queen of Apostles 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 Queen of Apostles Catholic School a religious school?
Queen of Apostles Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 194
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- 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) 354-0714
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