Grace Episcopal School

3601 Russell Road, Alexandria, VA, 22305-0223
Tel: (703)549-5067
Grades: NS - 5 | 123 students
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Founded in 1959, Grace Episcopal School provides an academically challenging and developmentally appropriate education for children in Preschool through Fifth Grade. Our strong academic program emphasizes the basic tools of learning: reading, writing, and mathematics.  Students receive personal attention in small classes, and learn to be critical thinkers and successful problem solvers. The curriculum is varied - rich in music, literature, art, history, science, physical education, and spiritual development.

School Overview:
Grace Episcopal School
School Membership(s) Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES)
State or regional independent school association
Other school association(s)
Religious Affiliation Episcopal
Grades Offered Grades Nursery/Preschool - 5
Year Founded 1959
Student Body
Total Students 123 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 26% (VA School Avg.: 27%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 6:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 31%
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Matriculation Data Link to Matriculation Data
Classroom dress code Formal
(School uniform)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Feb. 1
Yearly Tuition Cost $16,680
Tuition Notes Tuition for Preschool and Junior Kindergarten: $8,340
% on Financial Aid 8%
Admissions Director Benita M. Cathey
Sports
Total Sports Offered 1 sports
Sports
Soccer
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 10 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Art Cooking
Drama Private Music Lessons
Running Science
Scouting Soccer
Summer Camp Yoga

School Notes:

  • Grace Episcopal School is a small school by design.  Its size and educational philosophy enables the faculty and staff to develop fully the potential of each student – academically, socially, and morally – in a loving and nurturing environment.  Our highly experienced teachers are committed to knowing each student individually, and their efforts extend beyond the classroom to our playgrounds and playing fields, our stage, our enrichment programs, and service to the greater community.  Grace Episcopal School educates the whole student - intellectually, physically, and spiritually.

    • Profile last updated: 01/04/2013

Nearby Schools:

Grace Episcopal School
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-5 | 0 mi. away
St Rita School
Gr. K-9 | 0.1 mi. away
Alexandria Country Day School
Gr. K-8 | 0.6 mi. away
Immanuel Lutheran School
Gr. PK-8 | 1 mi. away
St. Clement Episcopal School
Gr. PK-K | 1.1 mi. away

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