Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Aldrin Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aldrin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Aldrin Elementary School's student population of 465 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aldrin Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aldrin Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#310 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)83%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
7%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
7%
22%
White
50%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aldrin Elementary School's ranking?
Aldrin Elementary School is ranked #310 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Aldrin Elementary School often compared to?
Aldrin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Armstrong Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Aldrin Elementary School?
465 students attend Aldrin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Aldrin Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aldrin Elementary School?
Aldrin Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aldrin Elementary School offer ?
Aldrin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Aldrin Elementary School part of?
Aldrin Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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