Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked VA School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Blue Bird Of Alexandria
About the School
- Blue Bird Of Alexandria's philosophy is to help children develop problem solving skills, become observers of their environment around them and learn to take responsibility for their own education.
- Children are naturally inquisitive they want and like to learn.
- Our challenge is to keep this desire alive by helping them understand their world through senses, feelings and their intellects.
- It is our goal to provide a supportive atmosphere that will encourage each child to develop physically, emotionally, cognitively and socially.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked VA School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Blue Bird Of Alexandria ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Students By Grade
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
296 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
36%
State avg.: 31%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
weekly:$435.00
monthly:$1,885.00
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Bird Of Alexandria's ranking?
Blue Bird Of Alexandria ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Blue Bird Of Alexandria?
The application deadline for Blue Bird Of Alexandria is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Blue Bird Of Alexandria located?
Blue Bird Of Alexandria is located in the Old Town neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 2 other private schools located in Old Town.
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