Serving 279 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bucknell 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bucknell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bucknell Elementary School's student population of 279 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
School Rankings
Bucknell 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 Bucknell Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1653 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
65%
19%
Black
14%
22%
White
13%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bucknell Elementary School's ranking?
Bucknell Elementary School is ranked #1653 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bucknell Elementary School often compared to?
Bucknell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Bucknell Elementary School?
279 students attend Bucknell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bucknell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bucknell Elementary School?
Bucknell Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bucknell Elementary School offer ?
Bucknell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bucknell Elementary School part of?
Bucknell Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
In what neighborhood is Bucknell Elementary School located?
Bucknell Elementary School is located in the Groveton neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Groveton.
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