Serving 562 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bristow Run Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bristow Run Elementary serves the northwest part of Bristow, VA, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bristow Run Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bristow Run Elementary School's student population of 562 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
562 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every child matters, every day!
School Rankings
Bristow Run 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 Bristow Run 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
#445 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bristow Run Elementary School's ranking?
Bristow Run Elementary School is ranked #445 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bristow Run Elementary School often compared to?
Bristow Run Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Point Elementary School, Piney Branch Elementary School, Chris Yung Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Bristow Run Elementary School?
562 students attend Bristow Run Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Bristow Run Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bristow Run Elementary School?
Bristow Run Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bristow Run Elementary School offer ?
Bristow Run Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bristow Run Elementary School part of?
Bristow Run Elementary School is part of Prince William County School District.
In what neighborhood is Bristow Run Elementary School located?
Bristow Run Elementary School is located in the Linton Hall neighborhood of Bristow, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Linton Hall.
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