Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Forestville Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher 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 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forestville 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
Forestville Elementary School's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
571 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1980
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forestville Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forestville Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#38 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
25%
8%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
3%
21%
White
55%
44%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
57%
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 Forestville Elementary School's ranking?
Forestville Elementary School is ranked #38 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Forestville Elementary School often compared to?
Forestville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Falls Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Forestville Elementary School?
571 students attend Forestville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Forestville Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forestville Elementary School?
Forestville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forestville Elementary School offer ?
Forestville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Forestville Elementary School part of?
Forestville Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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