Serving 750 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Colvin Run Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 95% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher 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 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 750 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Colvin Run Elementary serves the northern part of Vienna, VA, covering an area of approximately 7.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short commute of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, reaching up to 4.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colvin Run 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
School Overview
Colvin Run Elementary School's student population of 750 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
750 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colvin Run Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colvin Run Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#5 out of 1773 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)94%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
27%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-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 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colvin Run Elementary School's ranking?
Colvin Run Elementary School is ranked #5 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Colvin Run Elementary School?
750 students attend Colvin Run Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Colvin Run Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colvin Run Elementary School?
Colvin Run Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Colvin Run Elementary School offer ?
Colvin Run Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Colvin Run Elementary School part of?
Colvin Run Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is a great school that allows children to not only learn academic skills but character and social skills. I would recommend this school to anyone that wants their child to have a good education.
5 10/10/2025
Colvin Run is awesome!!! It's a great school for great kids!!!
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