Serving 482 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jamestown 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 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- 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
Jamestown 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Jamestown Elementary School's student population of 482 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jamestown 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 Jamestown Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#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
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
2%
22%
White
72%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jamestown Elementary School's ranking?
Jamestown 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 Jamestown Elementary School often compared to?
Jamestown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery Elementary School 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 Jamestown Elementary School?
482 students attend Jamestown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Jamestown Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jamestown Elementary School?
Jamestown Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jamestown Elementary School offer ?
Jamestown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jamestown Elementary School part of?
Jamestown Elementary School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Jamestown Elementary School located?
Jamestown Elementary School is located in the Rock Spring neighborhood of Arlington, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Rock Spring.
School Reviews
2 1/29/2015
This school is extremely overrated. There is very little Comminication with the teachers. If you have a child that needs services, then stay away from this school. They wil only focus on those that disturb the class because it's a disturbance.
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