Serving 568 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Springfield Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Springfield 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
School Overview
West Springfield Elementary School's student population of 568 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Springfield 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 West Springfield Elementary School is 0.68, which is less 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
#185 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)88%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
9%
22%
White
52%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Springfield Elementary School's ranking?
West Springfield Elementary School is ranked #185 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are West Springfield Elementary School often compared to?
West Springfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rolling Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend West Springfield Elementary School?
568 students attend West Springfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of West Springfield Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Springfield Elementary School?
West Springfield Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Springfield Elementary School offer ?
West Springfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Springfield Elementary School part of?
West Springfield Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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