Serving 403 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Campbell 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to 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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Campbell Elementary serves the southeast part of Arlington, VA, covering an area of approximately 8.9 square miles. Most families live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Campbell Elementary School's student population of 403 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
403 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Motto
'Education for all, success for each.'
School Rankings
Campbell 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 Campbell 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
#873 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
8%
Hispanic
24%
20%
Black
19%
21%
White
41%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Campbell Elementary School's ranking?
Campbell Elementary School is ranked #873 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Campbell Elementary School often compared to?
Campbell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlin Springs Elementary School, Arlington Traditional, Claremont Immersion by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Campbell Elementary School?
403 students attend Campbell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Campbell Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Campbell Elementary School?
Campbell Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Campbell Elementary School offer ?
Campbell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Campbell Elementary School part of?
Campbell Elementary School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Campbell Elementary School located?
Campbell Elementary School is located in the Glencarlyn neighborhood of Arlington, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Glencarlyn.
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