Armstrong Elementary School

11900 Lake Newport Rd
Reston, VA 20194
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 365 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Armstrong Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 365 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 38%
  • : Top 30% in VA
  • : 76% (Top 50%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Armstrong Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Armstrong Elementary School's student population of 365 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
365 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
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Year Founded
1986
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Armstrong Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Armstrong Elementary School is 0.58, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#419 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
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76%
68%
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(20-21)
80-84%
69%
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(20-21)
50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
8%
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Hispanic
15%
19%
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Black
8%
22%
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White
62%
44%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.58
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Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
55%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Armstrong Elementary School's ranking?
Armstrong Elementary School is ranked #419 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Armstrong Elementary School often compared to?
Armstrong Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aldrin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Armstrong Elementary School?
365 students attend Armstrong Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Armstrong Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Armstrong Elementary School?
Armstrong Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Armstrong Elementary School offer ?
Armstrong Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Armstrong Elementary School part of?
Armstrong Elementary School is part of Fairfax County Public Schools.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 365 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 38%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 76% (Top 50%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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