Arlington Science Focus School serves 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlington Science Focus School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Arlington Science Focus School's student population of 549 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Arlington Science Focus School is 0.65, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
7%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
8%
22%
White
55%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
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 schools are Arlington Science Focus School often compared to?
Arlington Science Focus Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Innovation Elementary School, Arlington Traditional by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Arlington Science Focus School?
549 students attend Arlington Science Focus School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Arlington Science Focus School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arlington Science Focus School?
Arlington Science Focus School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arlington Science Focus School offer ?
Arlington Science Focus School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Arlington Science Focus School part of?
Arlington Science Focus School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Arlington Science Focus School located?
Arlington Science Focus School is located in the Virginia Square neighborhood of Arlington, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Virginia Square.
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