Serving 768 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 63% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 768 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Abingdon Elementary School's student population of 768 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
768 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abingdon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abingdon Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1333 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
8%
Hispanic
40%
20%
Black
11%
21%
White
32%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
2%
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 #1333 out of 1,773 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?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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?
768 students attend Abingdon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Abingdon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 6% 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 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Abingdon Elementary School offer ?
Abingdon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Abingdon Elementary School part of?
Abingdon Elementary School is part of Arlington County 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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