Serving 361 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Armstrong 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), 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: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Armstrong Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Armstrong Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Armstrong 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 Armstrong Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#366 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
7%
22%
White
63%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
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 Armstrong Elementary School's ranking?
Armstrong Elementary School is ranked #366 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Armstrong Elementary School often compared to?
Armstrong Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aldrin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Armstrong Elementary School?
361 students attend Armstrong Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Armstrong Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Armstrong Elementary School?
Armstrong Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Armstrong Elementary School offer ?
Armstrong Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Armstrong Elementary School part of?
Armstrong Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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