Serving 629 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alice West Fleet Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Henry Elementary serves the southeast part of Arlington, VA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest boundaries being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alice West Fleet Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Alice West Fleet Elementary School's student population of 629 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
629 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Let nothing and no one stop you.
School Rankings
Alice West Fleet Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alice West Fleet Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#556 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alice West Fleet Elementary School's ranking?
Alice West Fleet Elementary School is ranked #556 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Alice West Fleet Elementary School often compared to?
Alice West Fleet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montessori Public School Of Arlington, Arlington Traditional by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Alice West Fleet Elementary School?
629 students attend Alice West Fleet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Alice West Fleet Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alice West Fleet Elementary School?
Alice West Fleet Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alice West Fleet Elementary School offer ?
Alice West Fleet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alice West Fleet Elementary School part of?
Alice West Fleet Elementary School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Alice West Fleet Elementary School located?
Alice West Fleet Elementary School is located in the Arlington Heights Historic District neighborhood of Arlington, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in Arlington Heights Historic District.
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