Very Good
#61 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 13% of private schools
St John the Beloved Academy
Elementary School
6422 LINWAY TER, Mclean, VA 22101
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#61 of 457
In Mclean
#4 of 7
public schools
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St John the Beloved Academy
Elementary School in Mclean · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St John the Beloved Academy
St John the Beloved Academy is a private elementary school in Mclean, VA. St John the Beloved Academy serves approximately 221 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St John the Beloved Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #61 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 5.6:1 students to teachers, St John the Beloved Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St John the Beloved Academy 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 St John the Beloved Academy compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Mclean, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John the Beloved Academy (this school) | 7.7 |
| Chesterbrook Elementary | 8.4 |
| Kent Gardens Elementary | 9.1 |
| Sherman Elementary | 8.3 |
| Churchill Road Elementary | 8.8 |
| Cooper Middle | 8.7 |
| Spring Hill Elementary | 7.7 |
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
6422 LINWAY TER, Mclean, VA 22101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John the Beloved Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nottingham Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tuckahoe Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kent Gardens Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mclean, see our Mclean schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BROOKSFIELD SCHOOL Mclean | 0.6 mi | — |
| Chesterbrook Elementary Mclean | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF MCLEAN Mclean | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Kent Gardens Elementary Mclean | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Sherman Elementary Mclean | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Longfellow Middle Falls Church | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Williamsburg Middle Arlington | 1.3 mi | 9.5 |
| Discovery Elementary Arlington | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| McLean High Mclean | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Haycock Elementary Falls Church | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Langley High Mclean | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Nottingham Elementary Arlington | 1.8 mi | 9.5 |
| CHESTERBROOK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Arlington | 1.7 mi | — |
| BISHOP DENIS J. OCONNELL HIGH SCHOOL Arlington | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Yorktown High Arlington | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Tuckahoe Elementary Arlington | 2.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Mount Daniel Elementary Falls Church | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Churchill Road Elementary Mclean | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| THE LANGLEY SCHOOL Mclean | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| RIVENDELL SCHOOL Arlington | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,282,800
Median Rent
$3,407/mo
Population
31,306
College Educated
85.9%
Homeownership
84.4%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
46.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fort Lewis Elementary Salem, VA | 7.7 |
| GESHER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Fairfax, VA | 7.7 |
| Gladeville Elementary Galax, VA | 7.7 |
| LAKE MANASSAS ACADEMY Gainesville, VA | 7.7 |
| Mary T. Christian Elementary Hampton, VA | 7.7 |
| Mason's Cove Elementary Salem, VA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John the Beloved Academy
What grades does St John the Beloved Academy serve?
St John the Beloved Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St John the Beloved Academy?
St John the Beloved Academy has an enrollment of approximately 221 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John the Beloved Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St John the Beloved Academy is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St John the Beloved Academy rank in VA?
St John the Beloved Academy ranks #61 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is St John the Beloved Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St John the Beloved Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St John the Beloved Academy a private school?
Yes, St John the Beloved Academy 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 John the Beloved Academy a religious school?
St John the Beloved Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 221
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 193 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfax County
- Phone
- (703) 356-7554
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