The mission of St. John Academy in McLean, Virginia is to answer the call of the Church to support parents in the education of their children.
St. John Academy teaches the faith as it is found in Sacred Scripture as well as in the tradition and teachings of the Catholic Church and provides the necessary academic instruction to teach the skills that illuminate and enrich the students' knowledge.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. John The Beloved Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2008
Student Body
Total Students
254 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- The mission of St. John Academy in McLean, Virginia is to answer the call of the Church to support parents in the education of their children. St. John Academy teaches the faith as it is found in Sacred Scripture as well as in the tradition and teachings of the Catholic Church and provides the necessary academic instruction to teach the skills that illuminate and enrich the students' knowledge.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. John The Beloved Academy's ranking?
St. John The Beloved Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. John The Beloved Academy?
The application deadline for St. John The Beloved Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest elementary school is Montessori School Of Mclean (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Brooksfield School (0.5 miles away)
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