Serving 748 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Arcola 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 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 748 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arcola Elementary School's student population of 748 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
748 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Mission & Vision
School Rankings
Arcola Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arcola 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
#456 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)77%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
43%
8%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
11%
21%
White
28%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arcola Elementary School's ranking?
Arcola Elementary School is ranked #456 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Arcola Elementary School often compared to?
Arcola Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goshen Post Elementary School 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 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Arcola Elementary School?
748 students attend Arcola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Arcola Elementary School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arcola Elementary School?
Arcola Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arcola Elementary School offer ?
Arcola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arcola Elementary School part of?
Arcola Elementary School is part of Loudoun County School District.
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