For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,683 students in 22042, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 22042, VA are Beech Tree Elementary School, Pine Spring Elementary School and Westlawn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 22042 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 22042, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22042, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beech Tree Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3401 Beechtree Ln
Falls Church, VA 22042
(703) 531-2600
Falls Church, VA 22042
(703) 531-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Pine Spring Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7607 Willow Ln
Falls Church, VA 22042
(571) 226-4400
Falls Church, VA 22042
(571) 226-4400
Gr: PK-6 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Westlawn Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3200 Westley Rd
Falls Church, VA 22042
(703) 241-5100
Falls Church, VA 22042
(703) 241-5100
Gr: PK-6 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Woodburn Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3401 Hemlock Dr
Falls Church, VA 22042
(703) 641-8200
Falls Church, VA 22042
(703) 641-8200
Gr: PK-6 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
Graham Road Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2831 Graham Rd
Falls Church, VA 22042
(571) 226-2700
Falls Church, VA 22042
(571) 226-2700
Gr: PK-6 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 22042, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 22042, VA include Beech Tree Elementary School, Pine Spring Elementary School and Westlawn Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 22042?
5 public elementary schools are located in 22042.
What is the racial composition of students in 22042?
22042 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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