Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Innovation Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), 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: 470 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Innovation 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
Diversity
School Overview
Innovation Elementary School's student population of 470 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Innovation Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Innovation Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#72 out of 1792 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)84%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
7%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
17%
22%
White
34%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Innovation Elementary School's ranking?
Innovation Elementary School is ranked #72 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Innovation Elementary School often compared to?
Innovation 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?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Innovation Elementary School?
470 students attend Innovation Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Innovation Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Innovation Elementary School?
Innovation Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Innovation Elementary School offer ?
Innovation Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Innovation Elementary School part of?
Innovation Elementary School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Innovation Elementary School located?
Innovation Elementary 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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