Serving 708 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sonnie Penn 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 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher 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 78% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), 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: 708 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sonnie Penn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sonnie Penn Elementary School's student population of 708 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
708 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sonnie Penn 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 Sonnie Penn 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
#507 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
7%
Hispanic
20%
19%
Black
29%
22%
White
22%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonnie Penn Elementary School's ranking?
Sonnie Penn Elementary School is ranked #507 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Sonnie Penn Elementary School?
708 students attend Sonnie Penn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Sonnie Penn Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sonnie Penn Elementary School?
Sonnie Penn Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sonnie Penn Elementary School offer ?
Sonnie Penn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sonnie Penn Elementary School part of?
Sonnie Penn Elementary School is part of Prince William County School District.
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