Serving 624 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Arlington Traditional ranks in the top 5% 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 ≥99% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (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 68% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlington Traditional ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Arlington Traditional's student population of 624 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
624 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Arlington Traditional ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington Traditional is 0.77, 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
#24 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
28%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
19%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
32%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington Traditional's ranking?
Arlington Traditional is ranked #24 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Arlington Traditional often compared to?
Arlington Traditionalis often viewed alongside schools like Innovation Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥99% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Arlington Traditional?
624 students attend Arlington Traditional.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Arlington Traditional students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arlington Traditional?
Arlington Traditional has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arlington Traditional offer ?
Arlington Traditional offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arlington Traditional part of?
Arlington Traditional is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Arlington Traditional located?
Arlington Traditional is located in the Madison Manor neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
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