Cougar Elementary School serves 857 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 857 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cougar Elementary School's student population of 857 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
857 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Students, Inspiring Excellence
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cougar Elementary School is 0.47, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
8%
Hispanic
72%
20%
Black
8%
21%
White
7%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Cougar Elementary School often compared to?
Cougar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Nokesville School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Cougar Elementary School?
857 students attend Cougar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Cougar Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cougar Elementary School?
Cougar Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cougar Elementary School offer ?
Cougar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cougar Elementary School part of?
Cougar Elementary School is part of Manassas Park City School District.
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