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#288 of 457 private schools in VA
St Rita School
Elementary School
3801 RUSSELL RD, Alexandria, VA 22305
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#288 of 457
In Alexandria
#18 of 27
public schools
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St Rita School
Elementary School in Alexandria · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Rita School
St Rita School is a private elementary school in Alexandria, VA. St Rita School serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Rita School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #288 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Rita 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 St Rita School compares to 49 public schools serving similar grades in Alexandria, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Rita School (this school) | 5.9 |
| Cora Kelly School for Math Science and Technology | 3.9 |
| Charles Barrett Elementary | 4.9 |
| Mount Vernon Elementary | 5.0 |
| George Mason Elementary | 5.3 |
| George Washington Middle | 6.4 |
| Naomi L. Brooks Elementary | 6.4 |
| Douglas MacArthur Elementary | 5.3 |
| Jefferson-Houston PK-8 School | 6.2 |
| Francis C. Hammond Middle | 4.1 |
| Lyles-Crouch Elementary | 7.8 |
| Patrick Henry K-8 School | 7.4 |
| Cameron Elementary | 4.3 |
| James K. Polk Elementary | 4.7 |
| Ferdinand T. Day Elementary | 5.7 |
| John Adams Elementary | 5.1 |
| Early Childhood Center | 5.0 |
| William Ramsay Elementary | 3.2 |
| Mount Eagle Elementary | 3.3 |
| Clermont Elementary | 8.3 |
| Samuel W. Tucker Elementary | 4.8 |
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
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
3801 RUSSELL RD, Alexandria, VA 22305
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Rita School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALEXANDRIA COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRACE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hoffman-Boston Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Alexandria, see our Alexandria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,124
Median Home Value
$817,200
Median Rent
$1,902/mo
Population
17,721
College Educated
59.1%
Homeownership
33.4%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
33.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Copper Creek Elementary Castlewood, VA | 5.9 |
| Highland View Elementary Bristol, VA | 5.9 |
| Montvale Elementary Montvale, VA | 5.9 |
| North River Elementary Mount Solon, VA | 5.9 |
| ST ANDREW THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Clifton, VA | 5.9 |
| ST ANN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Arlington, VA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Rita School
What grades does St Rita School serve?
St Rita School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Rita School?
St Rita School has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Rita School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Rita School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Rita School rank in VA?
St Rita School ranks #288 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is St Rita School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Rita School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Rita School a private school?
Yes, St Rita 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 Rita School a religious school?
St Rita School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 205
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Alexandria city
- Phone
- (703) 548-1888
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