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#270 of 457 private schools in VA

St Louis Catholic School

Elementary School

2901 POPKINS LN, Alexandria, VA 22306

Private

Enrollment

455

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#270 of 457

In Alexandria

#17 of 27

public schools

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St Louis Catholic School

6.0/10

Elementary School in Alexandria · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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2.7/10

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About St Louis Catholic School

St Louis Catholic School is a private elementary school in Alexandria, VA. St Louis Catholic School serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Louis Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #270 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it comparesOn par with VA schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

St Louis 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

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How St Louis Catholic School compares to 49 public schools serving similar grades in Alexandria, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
This School
vs
14.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
455
This School
vs
742
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
5.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 60.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 15.8% vs 0%
Asian 2.6% vs 0%
Black 2% vs 0%
St Louis Catholic School Alexandria Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Louis Catholic School (this school) 6.0
Bucknell Elementary 5.0
Hybla Valley Elementary 3.1
Groveton Elementary 3.4
Hollin Meadows Elementary 3.6
Belle View Elementary 6.6
Virginia Hills Early Childhood Resource Center 5.0
Mount Eagle Elementary 3.3
Whitman Middle 5.2
Mount Vernon Woods Elementary 4.4
Rose Hill Elementary 7.0
Riverside Elementary 6.3
Twain Middle 6.8
Cameron Elementary 4.3
Stratford Landing Elementary 7.9
Clermont Elementary 8.3
Sandburg Middle 5.9
Bush Hill Elementary 8.7
Waynewood Elementary 8.7
Lyles-Crouch Elementary 7.8
Woodley Hills Elementary 4.2

Showing 20 of 49 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

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 2.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,296
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 57%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 455
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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 60.2%
Two or More 18.7%
Hispanic 15.8%
Asian 2.6%
Black 2.0%
Native American 0.4%
Pacific Islander 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2901 POPKINS LN, Alexandria, VA 22306

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Louis Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROWNE ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stratford Landing Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rose Hill Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Alexandria, see our Alexandria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Bryant High Alexandria 0.2 mi 2.7
Bucknell Elementary Alexandria 0.5 mi 5.0
Hybla Valley Elementary Alexandria 0.5 mi 3.1
Groveton Elementary Alexandria 0.8 mi 3.4
West Potomac High Alexandria 0.9 mi 6.3
Hollin Meadows Elementary Alexandria 1.1 mi 3.6
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ALEXANDRIA Alexandria 1.3 mi 6.4
RIVER FARM COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Alexandria 1.2 mi 5.7
Mount Eagle Elementary Alexandria 1.4 mi 3.3
Virginia Hills Early Childhood Resource Center Alexandria 1.3 mi 5.0
Belle View Elementary Alexandria 1.2 mi 6.6
Whitman Middle Alexandria 1.6 mi 5.2
BROWNE ACADEMY Alexandria 1.7 mi 8.2
Mount Vernon Woods Elementary Alexandria 1.8 mi 4.4
THE AQUINAS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Alexandria 2.4 mi 4.6
Riverside Elementary Alexandria 2.5 mi 6.3
Cameron Elementary Alexandria 2.5 mi 4.3
ST LUKE'S DAY SCHOOL Alexandria 2.3 mi
Stratford Landing Elementary Alexandria 2.6 mi 7.9
Rose Hill Elementary Alexandria 2.2 mi 7.0

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Louis Catholic School

What grades does St Louis Catholic School serve?

St Louis Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Louis Catholic School?

St Louis Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Louis Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Louis Catholic School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Louis Catholic School rank in VA?

St Louis Catholic School ranks #270 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is St Louis Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Louis Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Louis Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St Louis 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 St Louis Catholic School a religious school?

St Louis Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
455
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fairfax County

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