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#140 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 30% of private schools
St Thomas More Cathedral School
Elementary School
105 N THOMAS ST, Arlington, VA 22203
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#140 of 457
In Arlington
#2 of 8
public schools
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St Thomas More Cathedral School
Elementary School in Arlington · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Thomas More Cathedral School
St Thomas More Cathedral School is a private elementary school in Arlington, VA. St Thomas More Cathedral School serves approximately 456 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Thomas More Cathedral School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #140 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Thomas More Cathedral 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 Thomas More Cathedral School compares to 32 public schools serving similar grades in Arlington, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Thomas More Cathedral School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Alice West Fleet Elementary | 6.6 |
| Jefferson Middle | 6.6 |
| Barrett Elementary | 4.2 |
| Barcroft Elementary | 5.0 |
| Long Branch Elementary | 5.6 |
| Montessori Public School of Arlington | 9.5 |
| Integration Station | 5.6 |
| Randolph Elementary | 5.8 |
| Escuela Key Elementary | 7.3 |
| Arlington Science Focus School | 8.9 |
| Kenmore Middle | 7.7 |
| Campbell Elementary | 8.4 |
| Jamestown Elementary | 9.3 |
| Carlin Springs Elementary | 3.1 |
| Claremont Immersion | 6.5 |
| Ashlawn Elementary | 8.1 |
| Glebe Elementary | 9.4 |
| Innovation Elementary | 7.2 |
| Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary | 5.0 |
| Hoffman-Boston Elementary | 6.8 |
Showing 20 of 32 schools. View all schools in Arlington
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
105 N THOMAS ST, Arlington, VA 22203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Thomas More Cathedral School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Montessori Public School of Arlington (rated 9.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arlington Science Focus School (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Escuela Key Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Arlington, see our Arlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alice West Fleet Elementary Arlington | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Jefferson Middle Arlington | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Barrett Elementary Arlington | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| CHESTERBROOK MONTESSORI SCHOOL-ARLINGTON FOREST Arlington | 0.5 mi | — |
| Barcroft Elementary Arlington | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Arlington | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Integration Station Arlington | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ARLINGTON MONTESSORI HOUSE Arlington | 1.1 mi | — |
| Randolph Elementary Arlington | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Long Branch Elementary Arlington | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Montessori Public School of Arlington Arlington | 0.9 mi | 9.5 |
| THE SYCAMORE SCHOOL Arlington | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Arlington Community High Arlington | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Washington-Liberty High Arlington | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Arlington Science Focus School Arlington | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Escuela Key Elementary Arlington | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| METTA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Arlington | 1.2 mi | — |
| FULL CIRCLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Arlington | 1.4 mi | — |
| Claremont Immersion Arlington | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| ST ANN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Arlington | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,402
Median Home Value
$809,700
Median Rent
$2,318/mo
Population
25,921
College Educated
78%
Homeownership
31.4%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Christiansburg Primary Christiansburg, VA | 6.9 |
| Dale City Elementary Woodbridge, VA | 6.9 |
| Eureka Elementary Keysville, VA | 6.9 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary Woodbridge, VA | 6.9 |
| Mary S. Peake Elementary Hampton, VA | 6.9 |
| Rustburg Elementary Rustburg, VA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Thomas More Cathedral School
What grades does St Thomas More Cathedral School serve?
St Thomas More Cathedral School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Thomas More Cathedral School?
St Thomas More Cathedral School has an enrollment of approximately 456 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Thomas More Cathedral School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Thomas More Cathedral School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Thomas More Cathedral School rank in VA?
St Thomas More Cathedral School ranks #140 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is St Thomas More Cathedral School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Thomas More Cathedral School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Thomas More Cathedral School a private school?
Yes, St Thomas More Cathedral 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 Thomas More Cathedral School a religious school?
St Thomas More Cathedral 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
- 456
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Arlington County
- Phone
- (703) 528-6781
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