Serving 238 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waterford Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 21% 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: 238 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Waterford Elementary School's student population of 238 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 90% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waterford 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 Waterford Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#270 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
1%
22%
White
79%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterford Elementary School's ranking?
Waterford Elementary School is ranked #270 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Waterford Elementary School often compared to?
Waterford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Waterford Elementary School?
238 students attend Waterford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Waterford Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waterford Elementary School?
Waterford Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waterford Elementary School offer ?
Waterford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterford Elementary School part of?
Waterford Elementary School is part of Loudoun County School District.
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