Pinecrest School
School Notes Overview:
Pinecrest School is committed to providing a positive social and emotional environment for student development. The school provides an atmosphere that bolsters self-confidence and equips its student with the cognitive skills necessary to undertake and succeed in rigorous academic pursuits throughout their lives. It strives to reinforce basic values such as honesty, integrity, respect for others, and an appreciation for diversity. Involving families in the Pinecrest educational experience, low student-teacher ratios, caring and committed teachers, and a cohesive school community combine with a rigorous educational program to foster the development in students of high self-esteem, independence, responsibility, and an eagerness to meet challenges. Our ability to meet the individual needs of children enables each student to grow academically, socially, and emotionally at his own pace within a nurturing and supportive educational environment. ...
School Overview:
Pinecrest School |
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| School Membership(s) | Other school association(s) | |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 6 | |
| Year Founded | 1957 | |
| County | Fairfax County, VA | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 113 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(VA) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 50% | 26% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Pre-K - 25 students | ||
| Kind - 18 students | ||
| Grade 1 - 12 students | ||
| Grade 2 - 12 students | ||
| Grade 3 - 12 students | ||
| Grade 4 - 12 students | ||
| Grade 5 - 12 students | ||
| Grade 6 - 10 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 8 teachers | |
| % Faculty with Advance Degree | 43% | |
| Average Class Size | 12 | |
This School |
(VA) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:10 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 176 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 6 hours | 6 hours |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $11,200 | |
| Tuition Notes | 2008-09 Preschool Tuition: $5580/year 2007-08 K-6 Tuition: $11980/year | |
| % on Financial Aid | 25% | |
| Head of School | Ms. Nicole McDermott | |
| Admissions Director | Barb Mink | |
School Notes:
- French, music, physical education, computer, and library classes are offered to students during the regular school day.
- Bus service is available for those living within 6 miles of the school.
- After-care until 6 p.m. is available to students in kindergarten - grade 6.
- The campus includes two school buildings.
- The upper school building, opened in 2004, includes an arts/science lab expansion, a computer lab, and a multipurpose assembly and indoor recreation space.
- The two buildings reflect the spirit of the school's mission -- the home atmosphere of the older building represents the school's nurturing philosophy while the newer building of a more formal design conveys the school's rigorous academic focus.
- Pinecrest Summer Pavilion summer camp program available to rising K-6 students in morning, afternoon, or full-day sessions; creative, themed classes available.
- After-school enrichment activities offered in fall, winter, and spring sessions.
- Profile last updated: 02/26/2008
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (22003) | School Zip (22003) |
(VA) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 53,029 people | 7,077,888 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 55% | 26% |
| Population Average Age | 38 years old | 35 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.8 persons | 2.5 persons |
| Median Household Income | $73,747 | $55,023 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 7 rooms | 6.1 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 41 years old | 34 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (22003) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 70% / 30% | 66% / 34% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- Westminster School/head - 298 students - 0.4 mi. away - view location
- Fairfax Collegiate Summer Program - 46 students - 0.6 mi. away - view location
- Hope Montessori School Ltd - 58 students - 0.9 mi. away - view location
- St. Michael School - 372 students - 1.0 mi. away - view location
- El-iman Learning Center - 67 students - 1.0 mi. away - view location
View all schools in: Annandale, Fairfax County, Zip 22003
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