Serving 614 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alice West Fleet Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alice West Fleet Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Alice West Fleet Elementary School's student population of 614 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alice West Fleet Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alice West Fleet Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#524 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
31%
19%
Black
17%
22%
White
37%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alice West Fleet Elementary School's ranking?
Alice West Fleet Elementary School is ranked #524 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Alice West Fleet Elementary School often compared to?
Alice West Fleet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arlington Traditional 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 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Alice West Fleet Elementary School?
614 students attend Alice West Fleet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Alice West Fleet Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alice West Fleet Elementary School?
Alice West Fleet Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alice West Fleet Elementary School offer ?
Alice West Fleet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alice West Fleet Elementary School part of?
Alice West Fleet Elementary School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Alice West Fleet Elementary School located?
Alice West Fleet Elementary School is located in the Arlington Heights Historic District neighborhood of Arlington, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in Arlington Heights Historic District.
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