Charles Barrett Elementary School

1115 Martha Custis Dr
Alexandria, VA 22302
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4/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 584 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Charles Barrett Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 584 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 66% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Charles Barrett Elementary School's student population of 584 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
584 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
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School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026

School Rankings

Charles Barrett Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles Barrett Elementary School is 0.62, 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)
#1143 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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66%
68%
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(20-21)
60-64%
69%
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(20-21)
40-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
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Hispanic
49%
19%
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Black
9%
22%
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White
37%
44%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.62
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Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
55%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Charles Barrett Elementary School's ranking?
Charles Barrett Elementary School is ranked #1143 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Charles Barrett Elementary School often compared to?
Charles Barrett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Douglas Macarthur Elementary School, Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Charles Barrett Elementary School?
584 students attend Charles Barrett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Charles Barrett Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles Barrett Elementary School?
Charles Barrett Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charles Barrett Elementary School offer ?
Charles Barrett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles Barrett Elementary School part of?
Charles Barrett Elementary School is part of Alexandria City Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Charles Barrett Elementary School located?
Charles Barrett Elementary School is located in the North Ridge neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in North Ridge.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 584 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 66% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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