Serving 673 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bush Hill 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 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bush Hill Elementary serves the southeast part of Alexandria, VA, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge being 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bush Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Bush Hill Elementary School's student population of 673 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
673 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Motto
Empathize, Appreciate, Include. We all belong!
School Rankings
Bush Hill 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 Bush Hill Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#625 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bush Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Bush Hill Elementary School is ranked #625 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bush Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Bush Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clermont Elementary School, Rose Hill Elementary School, Franconia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Bush Hill Elementary School?
673 students attend Bush Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bush Hill Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bush Hill Elementary School?
Bush Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bush Hill Elementary School offer ?
Bush Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bush Hill Elementary School part of?
Bush Hill Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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