Serving 616 students in grades 3-6, Mcnair Upper 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 83% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcnair Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mcnair Upper Elementary School's student population of 616 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Mcnair Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcnair Upper Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#332 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
55%
8%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
16%
22%
White
11%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcnair Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Mcnair Upper Elementary School is ranked #332 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Mcnair Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Mcnair Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Floris Elementary School, Fairview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Mcnair Upper Elementary School?
616 students attend Mcnair Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Mcnair Upper Elementary School students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcnair Upper Elementary School?
Mcnair Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcnair Upper Elementary School offer ?
Mcnair Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mcnair Upper Elementary School part of?
Mcnair Upper Elementary School is part of Fairfax County Public Schools.
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