Serving 422 students in grades 4-6, Kings Glen 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 66% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kings Glen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kings Glen Elementary School's student population of 422 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kings Glen 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 Kings Glen 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
#493 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
26%
19%
Black
5%
22%
White
46%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 Kings Glen Elementary School's ranking?
Kings Glen Elementary School is ranked #493 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Kings Glen Elementary School often compared to?
Kings Glen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kings Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Kings Glen Elementary School?
422 students attend Kings Glen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Kings Glen Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kings Glen Elementary School?
Kings Glen Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kings Glen Elementary School offer ?
Kings Glen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kings Glen Elementary School part of?
Kings Glen Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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