River Farm Cooperative School in Alexandria, VA, serves 49 students from kindergarten through 8th grade in a nonsectarian, suburban neighborhood of Groveton.
The school has a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 16:1 with 3 total teachers supporting its co鈥揺d alternative education program.
River Farm Cooperative School enrolls a student body that is 100% students of color, ranking it among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for diversity.
The school operates within a large suburban community and is a member of other school associations emphasizing cooperative education models.
Tuition details are not specified, but the school is located in Alexandria where the average elementary private school tuition is approximately $20,692 annually.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
River Farm Cooperative School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
49 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for River Farm Cooperative School?
The application deadline for River Farm Cooperative School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is River Farm Cooperative School located?
River Farm Cooperative School is located in the Groveton neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 2 other private schools located in Groveton.
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