Serving 718 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bonnie Brae Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher 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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Bonnie Brae Elementary serves the southwest area of Fairfax, VA, covering approximately 3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the school's edge being about 2.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bonnie Brae Elementary School's student population of 718 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
718 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar
School Motto
I Matter. You Matter. We Matter.
School Rankings
Bonnie Brae 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 Bonnie Brae Elementary School is 0.70, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#548 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
8%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
10%
21%
White
49%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bonnie Brae Elementary School's ranking?
Bonnie Brae Elementary School is ranked #548 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Bonnie Brae Elementary School?
718 students attend Bonnie Brae Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Bonnie Brae Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bonnie Brae Elementary School?
Bonnie Brae Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bonnie Brae Elementary School offer ?
Bonnie Brae Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bonnie Brae Elementary School part of?
Bonnie Brae Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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