Average
#375 of 457 private schools in VA
The Village School: an Acton Academy
Elementary School
6800 COLUMBIA PIKE, Annandale, VA 22003
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#375 of 457
In Annandale
#9 of 9
public schools
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The Village School: an Acton Academy
Elementary School in Annandale · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Columbia Elementary
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About The Village School: an Acton Academy
The Village School: an Acton Academy is a private elementary school in Annandale, VA. The Village School: an Acton Academy serves approximately 53 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. The Village School: an Acton Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #375 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 53 students, The Village School: an Acton Academy 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 Village School: an Acton Academy 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 Village School: an Acton Academy compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Annandale, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Village School: an Acton Academy (this school) | 5.3 |
| Columbia Elementary | 7.2 |
| Mason Crest Elementary | 5.0 |
| Poe Middle | 3.7 |
| Annandale Terrace Elementary | 4.5 |
| Braddock Elementary | 3.0 |
| Camelot Elementary | 5.8 |
| Canterbury Woods Elementary | 8.5 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
6800 COLUMBIA PIKE, Annandale, VA 22003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Village School: an Acton Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PINECREST SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Belvedere Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Falls Church), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Annandale, see our Annandale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia Elementary Annandale | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Belvedere Elementary Falls Church | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA Annandale | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| PINECREST SCHOOL Annandale | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Poe Middle Annandale | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Mason Crest Elementary Annandale | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| WESTMINSTER SCHOOL, INC. Annandale | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Falls Church | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson High for Science and Technology Alexandria | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Weyanoke Elementary Alexandria | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| KENWOOD SCHOOL Annandale | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Sleepy Hollow Elementary Falls Church | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF HOLMES RUN CHILDRENS HOUSE Falls Church | 1.4 mi | — |
| PHILLIPS SCHOOL-ANNANDALE Annandale | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Annandale | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Parklawn Elementary Alexandria | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| CONGRESSIONAL SCHOOL Falls Church | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| IMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Springfield | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Westlawn Elementary Falls Church | 1.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Holmes Middle Alexandria | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,109
Median Home Value
$694,300
Median Rent
$1,988/mo
Population
58,154
College Educated
50.6%
Homeownership
70.2%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
40.3
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|---|---|
| CAPE CHARLES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cape Charles, VA | 5.3 |
| FIRST FRIENDS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hampton, VA | 5.3 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF OAKTON Faifax, VA | 5.2 |
| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Danville, VA | 5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Village School: an Acton Academy
What grades does The Village School: an Acton Academy serve?
The Village School: an Acton Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend The Village School: an Acton Academy?
The Village School: an Acton Academy has an enrollment of approximately 53 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Village School: an Acton Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at The Village School: an Acton Academy is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Village School: an Acton Academy rank in VA?
The Village School: an Acton Academy ranks #375 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is The Village School: an Acton Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
The Village School: an Acton Academy 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 Village School: an Acton Academy a private school?
Yes, The Village School: an Acton Academy 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 Village School: an Acton Academy a religious school?
No, The Village School: an Acton Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 53
- Gender Split
- 38% M / 62% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfax County
- Phone
- (703) 650-8629
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