Very Good
#100 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 22% of private schools
The Langley School
Elementary School
1411 BALLS HILL RD, Mclean, VA 22101
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#100 of 457
In Mclean
#5 of 7
public schools
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The Langley School
Elementary School in Mclean · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Langley School
The Langley School is a private elementary school in Mclean, VA. The Langley School serves approximately 452 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. The Langley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #100 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 6.7:1 students to teachers, The Langley School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Langley 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 The Langley School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Mclean, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Langley School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Churchill Road Elementary | 8.8 |
| Sherman Elementary | 8.3 |
| Cooper Middle | 8.7 |
| Kent Gardens Elementary | 9.1 |
| Spring Hill Elementary | 7.7 |
| Chesterbrook Elementary | 8.4 |
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
1411 BALLS HILL RD, Mclean, VA 22101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Langley School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kent Gardens Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Churchill Road Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sherman Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mclean, see our Mclean schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Churchill Road Elementary Mclean | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| McLean High Mclean | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Westgate Elementary Falls Church | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Pimmit Early Childhood Resource Center Falls Church | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Cooper Middle Mclean | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| ST LUKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mclean | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| BASIS INDEPENDENT MCLEAN Mclean | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Sherman Elementary Mclean | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| FIRST STEPS ACADEMY Mclean | 1.3 mi | — |
| Kent Gardens Elementary Mclean | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| OAK HILL MONTESSORI LLC Falls Church | 1.9 mi | — |
| Lemon Road Elementary Falls Church | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Marshall High Falls Church | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Spring Hill Elementary Mclean | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Longfellow Middle Falls Church | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| FUSION ACADEMY TY: TYSONS Vienna | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Langley High Mclean | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOHN THE BELOVED ACADEMY Mclean | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Meridian High Falls Church | 2.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Mary Ellen Henderson Middle Falls Church | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
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 |
|---|---|
| A.W.E. Bassette Elementary Hampton, VA | 7.3 |
| Beaverdam Elementary Beaverdam, VA | 7.3 |
| Christiansburg Elementary Christiansburg, VA | 7.3 |
| Christopher C. Kraft Elementary Hampton, VA | 7.3 |
| Diamond Springs Elementary Virginia Beach, VA | 7.3 |
| Escuela Key Elementary Arlington, VA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Langley School
What grades does The Langley School serve?
The Langley School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend The Langley School?
The Langley School has an enrollment of approximately 452 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Langley School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Langley School is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Langley School rank in VA?
The Langley School ranks #100 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is The Langley School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Langley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Langley School a private school?
Yes, The Langley 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 Langley School a religious school?
No, The Langley School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 452
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfax County
- Phone
- (703) 356-1920
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