Serving 648 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Poplar Tree Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher 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 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poplar Tree Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Poplar Tree Elementary School's student population of 648 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
648 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Poplar Tree Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poplar Tree Elementary School is 0.65, which is less 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
#4 out of 1792 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
45%
7%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
5%
22%
White
37%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poplar Tree Elementary School's ranking?
Poplar Tree Elementary School is ranked #4 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Poplar Tree Elementary School?
648 students attend Poplar Tree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Poplar Tree Elementary School students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poplar Tree Elementary School?
Poplar Tree Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poplar Tree Elementary School offer ?
Poplar Tree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Poplar Tree Elementary School part of?
Poplar Tree Elementary School is part of Fairfax Co PBLC Schs School District.
School Reviews
5 8/2/2017
This school is riddled with unchecked bullies. They do a lot of lip service to "Prevent Bullying" but the teachers do not do anything to stop it--but rather ignore it. Several of the teachers we experienced also lack effective classroom management skills. I would not describe this school as having a good learning environment
5 9/1/2015
My brother goes here for his special needs. The other children are incredibly understanding of him. The teachers have always been great. They have absolutely no tolerance towards bullying. Overall an excellent school.
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