Serving 453 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tuckahoe Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tuckahoe 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
Tuckahoe Elementary School's student population of 453 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tuckahoe Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tuckahoe Elementary School is 0.45, which is less 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
#183 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
1%
22%
White
73%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
55%
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 Tuckahoe Elementary School's ranking?
Tuckahoe Elementary School is ranked #183 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Tuckahoe Elementary School often compared to?
Tuckahoe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nottingham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Tuckahoe Elementary School?
453 students attend Tuckahoe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Tuckahoe Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tuckahoe Elementary School?
Tuckahoe Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tuckahoe Elementary School offer ?
Tuckahoe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Tuckahoe Elementary School part of?
Tuckahoe Elementary School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Tuckahoe Elementary School located?
Tuckahoe Elementary School is located in the East Falls Church neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
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