Serving 978 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Patrick Henry K-8 School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is lower 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 83% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 978 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patrick Henry K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Patrick Henry K-8 School's student population of 978 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
978 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Patrick Henry K-8 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patrick Henry K-8 School is 0.75, 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
#1380 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)37%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
29%
19%
Black
37%
22%
White
17%
45%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patrick Henry K-8 School's ranking?
Patrick Henry K-8 School is ranked #1380 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Patrick Henry K-8 School often compared to?
Patrick Henry K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James K. Polk Elementary School, Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Patrick Henry K-8 School?
978 students attend Patrick Henry K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Patrick Henry K-8 School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patrick Henry K-8 School?
Patrick Henry K-8 School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patrick Henry K-8 School offer ?
Patrick Henry K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Patrick Henry K-8 School part of?
Patrick Henry K-8 School is part of Alexandria City School District.
In what neighborhood is Patrick Henry K-8 School located?
Patrick Henry K-8 School is located in the Seminary Hill neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Seminary Hill.
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