Barrett Elementary School

4401 N Henderson Rd
Arlington, VA 22203
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 519 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barrett 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 58% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 519 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 58% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Barrett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Barrett Elementary School's student population of 519 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Barrett 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 Barrett Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1476 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
58%
68%
(20-21)
45-49%
69%
(20-21)
35-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
54%
19%
Black
11%
22%
White
25%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Barrett Elementary School's ranking?
Barrett Elementary School is ranked #1476 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Barrett Elementary School often compared to?
Barrett Elementary Schoolis 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Barrett Elementary School?
519 students attend Barrett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Barrett Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barrett Elementary School?
Barrett Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barrett Elementary School offer ?
Barrett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barrett Elementary School part of?
Barrett Elementary School is part of Arlington County Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Barrett Elementary School located?
Barrett Elementary School is located in the Arlington Forest neighborhood of Arlington, VA.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 519 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 58% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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