Serving 796 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Canterbury Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 796 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canterbury Woods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Canterbury Woods Elementary School's student population of 796 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
796 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canterbury Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canterbury Woods Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#49 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)91%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
8%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
5%
22%
White
46%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Canterbury Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Canterbury Woods Elementary School is ranked #49 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Canterbury Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Canterbury Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wakefield Forest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Canterbury Woods Elementary School?
796 students attend Canterbury Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Canterbury Woods Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canterbury Woods Elementary School?
Canterbury Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Canterbury Woods Elementary School offer ?
Canterbury Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Canterbury Woods Elementary School part of?
Canterbury Woods Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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