Serving 670 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bush Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bush Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bush Hill Elementary School's student population of 670 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
670 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bush Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bush Hill Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#522 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
19%
22%
White
41%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bush Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Bush Hill Elementary School is ranked #522 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bush Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Bush Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clermont Elementary School, Rose Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Bush Hill Elementary School?
670 students attend Bush Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Bush Hill Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bush Hill Elementary School?
Bush Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bush Hill Elementary School offer ?
Bush Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bush Hill Elementary School part of?
Bush Hill Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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