Serving 706 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Abingdon 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 39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abingdon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Abingdon Elementary School's student population of 706 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Abingdon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abingdon Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1417 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
35%
18%
Black
14%
22%
White
35%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abingdon Elementary School's ranking?
Abingdon Elementary School is ranked #1417 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Abingdon Elementary School often compared to?
Abingdon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arlington Traditional, Innovation Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Abingdon Elementary School?
706 students attend Abingdon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Abingdon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Abingdon Elementary School?
Abingdon Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Abingdon Elementary School offer ?
Abingdon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Abingdon Elementary School part of?
Abingdon Elementary School is part of Arlington Co PBLC Schs School District.
In what neighborhood is Abingdon Elementary School located?
Abingdon Elementary School is located in the Shirlington neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
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