St. Luke's Day School in Alexandria, VA serves 92 udents from pre–kindergarten through kindergarten in a suburban community setting.
Founded in 1958, the school offers early childhood programs with an Episcopal religious affiliation.
The udent–teacher ratio of 31:1, supported by three teaching staff members.
The udent body is 79% students of color, reflecting a diverse enrollment profile.
Luke's Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for diversity and school hiory.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked VA School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Luke's Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
92 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
79%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Excellence with love.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Luke's Day School's ranking?
St. Luke's Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Luke's Day School?
The application deadline for St. Luke's Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. Luke's Day School is Alternative Paths Training School - Alexandria (4.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Louis Catholic School (2.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Tauxemont Cooperative Preschool (0.7 miles away)
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Miles
Quick Facts
Tauxemont Cooperative Preschool ![Tauxemont Cooperative Preschool Photo]( "Tauxemont Cooperative Preschool Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
7719 Fort Hunt Road
Alexandria, VA 22308
(703) 765-9266
Alexandria, VA 22308
(703) 765-9266
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 16 students Avg. class size: 12 students
St. Aidans Episcopal Day School
Daycare / Preschool (Episcopal)
8531 Riverside Rd
Alexandria, VA 22308
(703) 360-4160
Alexandria, VA 22308
(703) 360-4160
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 126 students Tuition listed
Fordson Road KinderCare ![Fordson Road KinderCare Photo - Toddler Science - having fun exploring dirt at the sensory table.]( "Fordson Road KinderCare Photo - Toddler Science - having fun exploring dirt at the sensory table.")
Daycare / Preschool
7901 Fordson Rd.
Alexandria, VA 22306
(703) 780-9099
Alexandria, VA 22306
(703) 780-9099
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-PK
8334 Mount Vernon Hwy
Alexandria, VA 22309
(703) 780-8484
Alexandria, VA 22309
(703) 780-8484
2.2 miles
Gr: Inquire with school | 123 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
2901 Popkins Ln
Alexandria, VA 22306
(703) 768-7732
Alexandria, VA 22306
(703) 768-7732
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 497 students Avg. class size: 22 students Tuition listed
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