Serving 612 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glenkirk Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority 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: 612 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenkirk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glenkirk Elementary School's student population of 612 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
612 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glenkirk Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenkirk Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#164 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)86%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
7%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
8%
22%
White
52%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenkirk Elementary School's ranking?
Glenkirk Elementary School is ranked #164 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Glenkirk Elementary School often compared to?
Glenkirk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buckland Mills Elementary School, Samuel L. Gravely Jr. Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Glenkirk Elementary School?
612 students attend Glenkirk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Glenkirk Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenkirk Elementary School?
Glenkirk Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenkirk Elementary School offer ?
Glenkirk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenkirk Elementary School part of?
Glenkirk Elementary School is part of Prince William County School District.
In what neighborhood is Glenkirk Elementary School located?
Glenkirk Elementary School is located in the Linton Hall neighborhood of Gainesville, VA.
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