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#328 of 457 private schools in VA
River Farm Cooperative School
Elementary School
6744 S KINGS HWY, Alexandria, VA 22306
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#328 of 457
In Alexandria
#20 of 27
public schools
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River Farm Cooperative School
Elementary School in Alexandria · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About River Farm Cooperative School
River Farm Cooperative School is a private elementary school in Alexandria, VA. River Farm Cooperative School serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. River Farm Cooperative School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #328 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 39 students, River Farm Cooperative 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 7.4:1 students to teachers, River Farm Cooperative School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
River Farm Cooperative 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 River Farm Cooperative School compares to 43 public schools serving similar grades in Alexandria, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| River Farm Cooperative School (this school) | 5.7 |
| Groveton Elementary | 3.4 |
| Rose Hill Elementary | 7.0 |
| Hybla Valley Elementary | 3.1 |
| Mount Eagle Elementary | 3.3 |
| Bucknell Elementary | 5.0 |
| Clermont Elementary | 8.3 |
| Bush Hill Elementary | 8.7 |
| Cameron Elementary | 4.3 |
| Mount Vernon Woods Elementary | 4.4 |
| Belle View Elementary | 6.6 |
| Hollin Meadows Elementary | 3.6 |
| Franconia Elementary | 6.0 |
| Hayfield Elementary | 6.4 |
| Samuel W. Tucker Elementary | 4.8 |
| Riverside Elementary | 6.3 |
| Lane Elementary | 6.6 |
| Douglas MacArthur Elementary | 5.3 |
| Patrick Henry K-8 School | 7.4 |
| Woodlawn Elementary | 3.7 |
| Naomi L. Brooks Elementary | 6.4 |
Showing 20 of 43 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
6744 S KINGS HWY, Alexandria, VA 22306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River Farm Cooperative School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bush Hill Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clermont Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BROWNE ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alexandria, see our Alexandria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Hills Early Childhood Resource Center Alexandria | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Groveton Elementary Alexandria | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ALEXANDRIA Alexandria | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Hybla Valley Elementary Alexandria | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Rose Hill Elementary Alexandria | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alexandria | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Twain Middle Alexandria | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| THE HOWARD GARDNER SCHOOL Alexandria | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Bryant High Alexandria | 1.3 mi | 2.7 |
| BROWNE ACADEMY Alexandria | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Clermont Elementary Alexandria | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Mount Eagle Elementary Alexandria | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Bucknell Elementary Alexandria | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Bush Hill Elementary Alexandria | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| West Potomac High Alexandria | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Cameron Elementary Alexandria | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Mount Vernon Woods Elementary Alexandria | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| LITTLE ACORN PATCH AT KINGSTOWNE Alexandria | 1.9 mi | — |
| Edison High Alexandria | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| CARD ACADEMY ALEXANDRIA Alexandria | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22306 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,026
Median Home Value
$583,200
Median Rent
$1,750/mo
Population
31,471
College Educated
40.3%
Homeownership
50.1%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
36.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| TIDEWATER ADVENTIST ACADEMY Chesapeake, VA | 5.6 |
| C.F. RICHARDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Staunton, VA | 5.9 |
| KIDS R KIDS OF SOUTH RIDING South Riding, VA | 5.9 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF VIRGINIA Virginia Beach, VA | 5.5 |
| MOUNTAIN LAUREL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Front Royal, VA | 5.5 |
| TREE OF LIFE CHRISTIAN PREP SCHOOL Fredericksburg, VA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River Farm Cooperative School
What grades does River Farm Cooperative School serve?
River Farm Cooperative School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend River Farm Cooperative School?
River Farm Cooperative School has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at River Farm Cooperative School?
The student-teacher ratio at River Farm Cooperative School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does River Farm Cooperative School rank in VA?
River Farm Cooperative School ranks #328 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is River Farm Cooperative School's MySchoolScout rating?
River Farm Cooperative School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is River Farm Cooperative School a private school?
Yes, River Farm Cooperative School 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 River Farm Cooperative School a religious school?
No, River Farm Cooperative School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 39
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfax County
- Phone
- (817) 320-7517
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