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#369 of 457 private schools in VA

The Living Water School

School

1525 KING ST, Alexandria, VA 23314

Private

Enrollment

34

Student-Teacher

6.1:1

Score

5.3

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#369 of 457

In Alexandria

#24 of 27

public schools

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The Living Water School

5.3/10

School in Alexandria · grades 1st – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About The Living Water School

The Living Water School is a private school in Alexandria, VA. The Living Water School serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Living Water School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #369 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.9 pts below VA schools
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 34 students, The Living Water 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.

At 6.1:1 students to teachers, The Living Water School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Living Water 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 The Living Water School compares to 53 public schools serving similar grades in Alexandria, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.1:1
This School
vs
14.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
34
This School
vs
934
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.3
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 100% vs 0%
The Living Water School Alexandria Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
The Living Water School (this school) 5.3
Jefferson-Houston PK-8 School 6.2
Naomi L. Brooks Elementary 6.4
George Washington Middle 6.4
Lyles-Crouch Elementary 7.8
Mount Vernon Elementary 5.0
Douglas MacArthur Elementary 5.3
George Mason Elementary 5.3
Mount Eagle Elementary 3.3
Alexandria City High School 5.6
Cameron Elementary 4.3
Cora Kelly School for Math Science and Technology 3.9
West Potomac High 6.3
Belle View Elementary 6.6
Charles Barrett Elementary 4.9
Bucknell Elementary 5.0
Clermont Elementary 8.3
Patrick Henry K-8 School 7.4
Bryant High 2.7
Francis C. Hammond Middle 4.1
Twain Middle 6.8

Showing 20 of 53 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)
A 8.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 1.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.0 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 34
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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)

Black 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1525 KING ST, Alexandria, VA 23314

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Living Water School may also want to explore other schools in the area. BROWNE ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COMMONWEALTH ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lyles-Crouch Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alexandria, see our Alexandria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Jefferson-Houston PK-8 School Alexandria 0.1 mi 6.2
FUSION ACADEMY ALYKANDRIA Alexandria 0.4 mi 6.9
OLD TOWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Alexandria 0.5 mi
George Washington Middle Alexandria 0.6 mi 6.4
POTOMAC CRESCENT WALDORF SCHOOL Alexandria 0.6 mi 7.5
Naomi L. Brooks Elementary Alexandria 0.6 mi 6.4
Lyles-Crouch Elementary Alexandria 0.7 mi 7.8
COMMONWEALTH ACADEMY Alexandria 0.8 mi 8.1
THE BASILICA SCHOOL OF ST. MARY Alexandria 0.9 mi 4.5
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Alexandria 1.2 mi 4.3
THE DEL RAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Alexandria 1.3 mi
Mount Vernon Elementary Alexandria 1.5 mi 5.0
ALEXANDRIA COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Alexandria 1.6 mi 7.3
BISHOP IRETON HIGH SCHOOL Alexandria 1.3 mi 6.3
George Mason Elementary Alexandria 1.8 mi 5.3
Douglas MacArthur Elementary Alexandria 1.5 mi 5.3
Mount Eagle Elementary Alexandria 1.9 mi 3.3
Cora Kelly School for Math Science and Technology Alexandria 2.2 mi 3.9
GRACE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Alexandria 2.2 mi 7.1
BROWNE ACADEMY Alexandria 1.9 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23314 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,827

Median Home Value

$371,400

Median Rent

$1,791/mo

Population

9,795

College Educated

39.1%

Homeownership

74.9%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

39.7

Similar Schools

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MAYFLOWER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pulaski, VA 5.3
BELLE MEADE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sperryville, VA 5.2
RIVERMONT SCHOOL - ALLEGHANY HIGHLANDS Covington, VA 5.2
NEW VISTAS SCHOOL Lynchburg, VA 5.6
FAITH ACADEMY Cedar Bluff, VA 4.9
RIVERMONT SCHOOL - DAN RIVER Danville, VA 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Living Water School

What grades does The Living Water School serve?

The Living Water School serves students in grades 1st through 12th.

How many students attend The Living Water School?

The Living Water School has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Living Water School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Living Water School is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Living Water School rank in VA?

The Living Water School ranks #369 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is The Living Water School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Living Water School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Living Water School a private school?

Yes, The Living Water School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination 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 Living Water School a religious school?

The Living Water School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
97 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
78 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
86 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
34
Gender Split
59% M / 41% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Alexandria city

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