Serving 614 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bristow Run Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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-5
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bristow Run Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bristow Run Elementary School's student population of 614 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% 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
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bristow Run Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bristow Run Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#668 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)63%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
20%
19%
Black
10%
22%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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 Bristow Run Elementary School's ranking?
Bristow Run Elementary School is ranked #668 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bristow Run Elementary School often compared to?
Bristow Run Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Point Elementary School, Piney Branch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Bristow Run Elementary School?
614 students attend Bristow Run Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Bristow Run Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bristow Run Elementary School?
Bristow Run Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bristow Run Elementary School offer ?
Bristow Run Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bristow Run Elementary School part of?
Bristow Run Elementary School is part of Prince William County School District.
In what neighborhood is Bristow Run Elementary School located?
Bristow Run Elementary School is located in the Linton Hall neighborhood of Bristow, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Linton Hall.
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