Al Fatih Academy

12300 Pinecrest Rd Reston, VA 20191
www.alfatih.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 156 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $15,000
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 156 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $15,000
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Al Fatih Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:

Category
Attribute

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1999
School Motto
The Opening

Student Body

Total Students
156 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
87%
State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 82%
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School Notes

  • Al Fatih Academy was started in 1998 by parents and educators to provide an opportunity for holistic development of Muslim children in our region.
  • Al Fatih Academy's vision is to be a model Islamic learning community that inspires a commitment to excellence in all aspects of life.
  • Its mission is to cultivate and nurture a thriving American Muslim identity that balances religious, academic and cultural knowledge and imparts the importance of civic involvement and charitable work.
  • Through an interdisciplinary and integrated programming approach, we strive to create an educational environment that unites students, teachers, family, and community to provide an exceptional learning experience.
  • Embedded in our philosophy is the understanding that children best realize their potential when they can work though a curriculum at their own pace.
  • This philosophy recognizes that the role of the school is to provide the encouragement, resources, and support for children to meet their potential and to develop and maintain high self-esteem and a positive Islamic identity.
  • Al Fatih Academy was started in 1998 by parents and educators to provide an opportunity for holistic development of Muslim children in our region.
  • Al Fatih Academy's vision is to be a model Islamic learning community that inspires a commitment to excellence in all aspects of life.
  • Its mission is to cultivate and nurture a thriving American Muslim identity that balances religious, academic and cultural knowledge and imparts the importance of civic involvement and charitable work.
  • Through an interdisciplinary and integrated programming approach, we strive to create an educational environment that unites students, teachers, family, and community to provide an exceptional learning experience.
  • Embedded in our philosophy is the understanding that children best realize their potential when they can work though a curriculum at their own pace.
  • This philosophy recognizes that the role of the school is to provide the encouragement, resources, and support for children to meet their potential and to develop and maintain high self-esteem and a positive Islamic identity.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Al Fatih Academy cost?
Al Fatih Academy's tuition is approximately $15,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Al Fatih Academy?
The acceptance rate of Al Fatih Academy is 80%, which is higher than the national average of 79%.
When is the application deadline for Al Fatih Academy?
The application deadline for Al Fatih Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
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My children have been attending Al Fatih Academy for over 5 years. The school provides an excellent Islamic education and helps students keep their American Muslim Identity. Teachers provide a warm and loving environment. Children learn through many hands on activities related to topics discussed in the classroom.
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The average private school tuition in Reston, VA is $14,831 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Reston, VA is 75% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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