Serving 337 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology 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 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cora Kelly Magnet Elementary serves the northeast part of Alexandria, VA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology's student population of 337 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
337 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology 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 Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology is 0.57, 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
#1572 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
61%
20%
Black
12%
21%
White
22%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology's ranking?
Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology is ranked #1572 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology often compared to?
Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Charles Barrett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology?
337 students attend Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology?
Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology offer ?
Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology part of?
Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology is part of Alexandria City School District.
In what neighborhood is Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology located?
Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology is located in the Potomac West neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Potomac West.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The school runs like a slaughterhouse line. Get in, get out and don't ask questions. The teachers are impatient with the parents and most of all with the kids. Very pushy attitudes. It's poorly run overall and I wish I never moved to this area because now our son is forced to attend this run-down school. Their idea of lunch is crackers and crap. I wouldn't recommend this school to anyone. The kids are wired and borderline violent. We're talking 5 yr olds!!
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