Serving 1,058 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 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,058 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- 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 1,058 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,058 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 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 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. 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
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
8%
Hispanic
27%
19%
Black
33%
22%
White
20%
44%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
55%
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?
1,058 students attend Patrick Henry K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Patrick Henry K-8 School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% 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 17:1, 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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