Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Charles Barrett 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 66% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Charles Barrett Elementary serves the northern part of Alexandria, VA, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles Barrett Elementary School's student population of 547 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
547 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charles Barrett 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 Charles Barrett Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1143 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
50%
20%
Black
10%
21%
White
35%
44%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles Barrett Elementary School's ranking?
Charles Barrett Elementary School is ranked #1143 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Charles Barrett Elementary School often compared to?
Charles Barrett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology, Douglas Macarthur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Charles Barrett Elementary School?
547 students attend Charles Barrett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Charles Barrett Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles Barrett Elementary School?
Charles Barrett Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charles Barrett Elementary School offer ?
Charles Barrett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles Barrett Elementary School part of?
Charles Barrett Elementary School is part of Alexandria City School District.
In what neighborhood is Charles Barrett Elementary School located?
Charles Barrett Elementary School is located in the North Ridge neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in North Ridge.
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