Below Average

#421 of 457 private schools in VA

The Aquinas Montessori School

School

8334 MOUNT VERNON HWY, Alexandria, VA 22309

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

114

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

4.6

Grades

UG – UG

Enrollment

114

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

4.6

Grades

UG – UG

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#421 of 457

In Alexandria

#25 of 27

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About The Aquinas Montessori School

The Aquinas Montessori School is a private school in Alexandria, VA. The Aquinas Montessori School serves approximately 114 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Aquinas Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #421 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares1.6 pts below VA schools

4.6

This school 4.6 · Below Average
VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 114 students, The Aquinas Montessori 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.

The Aquinas Montessori 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.

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How The Aquinas Montessori School compares to 55 public schools serving similar grades in Alexandria, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio

18.1:1

This School

14.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

114

This School

909

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.6

This School

5.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 74.6% vs 0%

Asian 12.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 5.3% vs 0%

Black 3.5% vs 0%

The Aquinas Montessori School Alexandria Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
The Aquinas Montessori School (this school)	—	114	18.1:1	4.6
Riverside Elementary	0.1 mi	718	13.1:1	6.3
Mount Vernon High	0.3 mi	1,953	13.9:1	6.6
Woodley Hills Elementary	0.7 mi	520	12.7:1	4.2
Mount Vernon Woods Elementary	0.9 mi	546	10.9:1	4.4
Whitman Middle	1.2 mi	819	11.9:1	5.2
Stratford Landing Elementary	1.3 mi	723	14.2:1	7.9
Woodlawn Elementary	1.4 mi	468	12.3:1	3.7
Washington Mill Elementary	1.5 mi	575	14.7:1	4.7
Fort Hunt Elementary	1.6 mi	573	13.6:1	7.7
Sandburg Middle	1.7 mi	1,403	10.5:1	5.9
Hollin Meadows Elementary	1.8 mi	622	14.5:1	3.6
Hybla Valley Elementary	2.0 mi	891	14.1:1	3.1
Waynewood Elementary	2.0 mi	726	17.3:1	8.7
Bryant High	2.4 mi	159	9.4:1	2.7
Groveton Elementary	2.7 mi	790	14.4:1	3.4
Bucknell Elementary	2.7 mi	279	10.3:1	5.0
Hayfield Elementary	2.9 mi	614	16.6:1	6.4
Virginia Hills Early Childhood Resource Center	3.1 mi	273	7.4:1	5.0
Hayfield Secondary	3.1 mi	3,239	19.2:1	6.2
West Potomac High	3.2 mi	2,681	15.7:1	6.3

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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

C- 1.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 18.1:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 4.0 / 10

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School Day Length 7.3 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,168

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 42%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 114

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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 74.6%

Asian 12.3%

Hispanic 5.3%

Two or More 4.4%

Black 3.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8334 MOUNT VERNON HWY, Alexandria, VA 22309

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Aquinas Montessori School may also want to explore other schools in the area. ALTERNATIVE PATHS TRAINING SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALTERNATIVE PATHS TRAINING SCHOOL - ALEXANDRIA (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alexandria, see our Alexandria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Riverside Elementary Alexandria	0.1 mi	718	6.3
Mount Vernon High Alexandria	0.3 mi	1,953	6.6
Woodley Hills Elementary Alexandria	0.7 mi	520	4.2
Mount Vernon Woods Elementary Alexandria	0.9 mi	546	4.4
Whitman Middle Alexandria	1.2 mi	819	5.2
Washington Mill Elementary Alexandria	1.5 mi	575	4.7
Stratford Landing Elementary Alexandria	1.3 mi	723	7.9
Woodlawn Elementary Alexandria	1.4 mi	468	3.7
ENGLESIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Alexandria	1.5 mi	58	5.6
Fort Hunt Elementary Alexandria	1.6 mi	573	7.7
Hollin Meadows Elementary Alexandria	1.8 mi	622	3.6
Hybla Valley Elementary Alexandria	2.0 mi	891	3.1
Sandburg Middle Alexandria	1.7 mi	1,403	5.9
ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alexandria	2.4 mi	455	6.0
Bryant High Alexandria	2.4 mi	159	2.7
Waynewood Elementary Alexandria	2.0 mi	726	8.7
Groveton Elementary Alexandria	2.7 mi	790	3.4
ALTERNATIVE PATHS TRAINING SCHOOL - ALEXANDRIA Alexandria	2.2 mi	72	8.8
ALTERNATIVE PATHS TRAINING SCHOOL Alexandria	2.2 mi	188	9.2
ST LUKE'S DAY SCHOOL Alexandria	2.2 mi	14	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22309 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,556

Median Home Value

$539,700

Median Rent

$1,749/mo

Population

34,948

College Educated

44.2%

Homeownership

63.3%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

39.6

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THE LEARNING CENTER Castlewood, VA	91	4.6
KEYSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Berryville, VA	155	4.5
VALLEY CLASSICAL SCHOOL Blacksburg, VA	69	4.7
MOUNTAINSIDE MONTESSORI Marshall, VA	69	4.8
CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rockingham, VA	154	4.3
STAUNTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fishersville, VA	92	4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Aquinas Montessori School

What grades does The Aquinas Montessori School serve?

The Aquinas Montessori School serves students in grades UG through UG.

How many students attend The Aquinas Montessori School?

The Aquinas Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 114 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Aquinas Montessori School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Aquinas Montessori School is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Aquinas Montessori School rank in VA?

The Aquinas Montessori School ranks #421 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is The Aquinas Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Aquinas Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Aquinas Montessori School a private school?

Yes, The Aquinas Montessori School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is The Aquinas Montessori School a religious school?

No, The Aquinas Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 43 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: UG – UG
Enrollment: 114
Gender Split: 37% M / 63% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 6
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7.3 hours
Days Per Year: 160 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Fairfax County
Phone: (703) 780-8484

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