Excellent

#29 of 457 private schools in VA

Top 6% of private schools

St Anthony of Padua School

Elementary School

3301 GLEN CARLYN RD, Falls Church, VA 22041

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

178

Student-Teacher

6.3:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

178

Student-Teacher

6.3:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#29 of 457

In Falls Church

#2 of 6

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About St Anthony of Padua School

St Anthony of Padua School is a private elementary school in Falls Church, VA. St Anthony of Padua School serves approximately 178 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Anthony of Padua School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #29 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares1.9 pts above VA schools

8.1

This school 8.1 · Excellent
VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 178 students, St Anthony of Padua 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 6.3:1 students to teachers, St Anthony of Padua School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

St Anthony of Padua 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

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How St Anthony of Padua School compares to 22 public schools serving similar grades in Falls Church, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio

6.3:1

This School

13.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

178

This School

599

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

8.1

This School

5.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 63.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 25.3% vs 0%

Black 11.2% vs 0%

St Anthony of Padua School Falls Church Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Anthony of Padua School (this school)	—	178	6.3:1	8.1
Beech Tree Elementary	0.5 mi	417	13.9:1	6.4
Bailey's Elementary School for the Arts and Sciences	0.5 mi	817	13.6:1	3.8
Glen Forest Elementary	0.6 mi	790	12.7:1	3.9
Bailey's Upper Elementary School for the Arts and Sciences	1.1 mi	525	12.2:1	5.2
Sleepy Hollow Elementary	1.6 mi	460	11.8:1	4.6
Belvedere Elementary	2.1 mi	628	13.7:1	7.8
Jessie Thackrey Preschool	2.2 mi	75	12.5:1	5.4
Westlawn Elementary	2.4 mi	739	14.5:1	3.2
Oak Street Elementary	3.0 mi	556	20.6:1	7.8
Graham Road Elementary	3.1 mi	408	12.4:1	3.2
Timber Lane Elementary	3.5 mi	645	13.7:1	4.7
Mount Daniel Elementary	3.6 mi	481	19.2:1	5.7
Haycock Elementary	3.7 mi	829	15.6:1	9.1
Pine Spring Elementary	3.9 mi	617	13.4:1	4.6
Mary Ellen Henderson Middle	4.0 mi	611	11.3:1	8.4
Woodburn Elementary	4.0 mi	486	13.5:1	3.2
Longfellow Middle	4.1 mi	1,253	13.8:1	8.6
Shrevewood Elementary	4.2 mi	653	14.5:1	5.8
Lemon Road Elementary	4.4 mi	577	15.2:1	8.0
Jackson Middle	4.9 mi	962	11.7:1	5.1

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

A- 8.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.3:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.2 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,296

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 52%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 178

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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)

White 63.5%

Hispanic 25.3%

Black 11.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3301 GLEN CARLYN RD, Falls Church, VA 22041

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Anthony of Padua School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jamestown Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arlington Traditional (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Campbell Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Falls Church, see our Falls Church schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA SCHOOL Falls Church	0.0 mi	188	8.3
Bailey's Elementary School for the Arts and Sciences Falls Church	0.5 mi	817	3.8
Beech Tree Elementary Falls Church	0.5 mi	417	6.4
Carlin Springs Elementary Arlington	0.5 mi	547	3.1
Jamestown Elementary Arlington	0.5 mi	465	9.3
Glen Forest Elementary Falls Church	0.6 mi	790	3.9
Justice High Falls Church	0.6 mi	2,404	7.2
Kenmore Middle Arlington	0.7 mi	1,004	7.7
CROSSROADS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Falls Church	0.8 mi	5	—
Campbell Elementary Arlington	0.7 mi	406	8.4
Ashlawn Elementary Arlington	1.1 mi	529	8.1
Bailey's Upper Elementary School for the Arts and Sciences Falls Church	1.1 mi	525	5.2
Glasgow Middle Alexandria	1.3 mi	1,724	4.6
FULL CIRCLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Arlington	1.1 mi	29	—
Arlington Traditional Arlington	1.5 mi	663	8.9
Swanson Middle Arlington	1.8 mi	964	7.8
CONGRESSIONAL SCHOOL Falls Church	1.4 mi	308	7.5
ST ANN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Arlington	1.8 mi	232	5.9
John Adams Elementary Alexandria	1.8 mi	746	5.1
Early Childhood Center Alexandria	1.8 mi	202	5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22041 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,075

Median Home Value

$432,800

Median Rent

$1,913/mo

Population

29,764

College Educated

47.1%

Homeownership

51.9%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

18%

Median Age

36.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Max Meadows Elementary Max Meadows, VA	201	8.1
Mount Airy Elementary Gretna, VA	142	8.1
Waterford Elementary Waterford, VA	238	8.1
Atkins Elementary Atkins, VA	171	8.2
BROWNE ACADEMY Alexandria, VA	195	8.2
Cloverdale Elementary Cloverdale, VA	243	8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Anthony of Padua School

What grades does St Anthony of Padua School serve?

St Anthony of Padua School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Anthony of Padua School?

St Anthony of Padua School has an enrollment of approximately 178 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Anthony of Padua School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Anthony of Padua School is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Anthony of Padua School rank in VA?

St Anthony of Padua School ranks #29 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is St Anthony of Padua School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Anthony of Padua School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Anthony of Padua School a private school?

Yes, St Anthony of Padua 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 St Anthony of Padua School a religious school?

St Anthony of Padua School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 48 Some Transit
Bike Score: 51 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 178
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 28
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Fairfax County
Phone: (703) 820-7450

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