School Overview
Data & methodologyOverall
B
Matriculation
B
Academics
A-
Extracurriculars
B-
Community
A+
Reviews
B-
Founded in 1961, Fairfax Christian School is a non-denominational, private school offering a college preparatory curriculum for students from four-year-old Kindergarten through High School. Fairfax Christian School was a pioneer school in the Christian school movement, and has been a model for over 200 Christian schools throughout the country. We offer a challenging back-to-basics curriculum in a traditional, Christian atmosphere. Students receive personal attention from an experienced faculty and administration. Discipline and order are maintained and are seen as essential to progress in education.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$50,460
Enrollment
400
International Students
15%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
75%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:7
AP
23
Average SAT Score
1443
Average ACT Score
30
Class Size
15
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2024)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| Parsons The New School for Design | 1 + | |
| #25 | University of Virginia | 1 + |
| #28 | New York University | 1 + |
| #42 | Boston University | 1 + |
| #57 | Penn State University Park | 1 + |
| #62 | Rutgers University | 1 + |
| #63 | George Washington University | 1 + |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University: Worldwide Campus | 1 + | |
| Liberty University | 1 + |
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Academics
AP Courses
(23)|
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Statistics
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World History
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Physics 1
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Biology
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United States History
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Art History
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Statistics
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World History
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Physics 1
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Computer Science A
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European History
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Human Geography
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Macroeconomics
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Microeconomics
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United States Government and Politics
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Calculus AB
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Studio Art: 2-D Design
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French Language and Culture
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Physics 2
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Calculus BC
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Computer Science Principles
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English Language and Composition
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Music Theory
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Sports
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Basketball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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Arts
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about The Fairfax Christian School
Tell me a bit about The Fairfax Christian School.
The Fairfax Christian School is Co-ed private day school located in Virginia, US. It was founded 1961 , and currently has about 400 students, 15.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.fairfax-christian-school.com.
For more official information, please visit http://www.fairfax-christian-school.com.
Does The Fairfax Christian School have rigorous academic requirements?
The Fairfax Christian School is offering 23 AP courses.
The Fairfax Christian School also have 75% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
The Fairfax Christian School also have 75% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do The Fairfax Christian School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 0% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 0% go to top 25, and about 0% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for The Fairfax Christian School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, The Fairfax Christian School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for The Fairfax Christian School?
The day tuition for The Fairfax Christian School in 2024 is
$50,460 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.
Where is The Fairfax Christian School located?
The Fairfax Christian School is located in the State of Virginia of USA. The closest major city is Washington, which is about 13 miles away from school. Most families can choose Washington Dulles International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is The Fairfax Christian School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, The Fairfax Christian School is within top 600 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also The Fairfax Christian School has been favorited by 16 users.
Also The Fairfax Christian School has been favorited by 16 users.
How do I complete an application for The Fairfax Christian School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about The Fairfax Christian School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit The Fairfax Christian School’s official site: http://www.fairfax-christian-school.com or call them at 703-759-5100.
Also it is highly recommended to visit The Fairfax Christian School’s official site: http://www.fairfax-christian-school.com or call them at 703-759-5100.
Are there additional schools that are located close to The Fairfax Christian School?
Yes, here are few:
The Madeira School, Dominion Christian School-VA and BASIS Independent McLean.
The closest major city is Washington. You can find out more schools near Washington here.
The closest major city is Washington. You can find out more schools near Washington here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for The Fairfax Christian School?
The overall rating for The Fairfax Christian School is B.
The section ratings of The Fairfax Christian School are:
B for Matriculation
A- for Academics
B- for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
B- for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of The Fairfax Christian School are:
B for Matriculation
A- for Academics
B- for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
B- for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
Washington, D.C., the U.S. capital, is a vibrant city located along the Potomac River, bordered by Maryland and Virginia. Known for its neoclassical monuments and buildings, the city is home to the iconic landmarks of the U.S. government, including the Capitol, White House, and Supreme Court. Washington also boasts renowned museums like the Smithsonian and cultural venues such as the Kennedy Center. As the nation’s political and cultural hub, it attracts millions of visitors each year to experience its rich history and diverse attractions.
Population (2022)
591,833
Cost of Living
Higher than average 39%
Nearby Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
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