Serving 639 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Discovery Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Discovery Elementary serves the southeast part of Ashburn, VA, covering an area of approximately 8.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with an average distance of 1.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Discovery Elementary School's student population of 639 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
639 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
'Empowering all students to make meaningful contributions to the world.'
School Rankings
Discovery Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Elementary School is 0.78, which is more 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
#582 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
26%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Elementary School's ranking?
Discovery Elementary School is ranked #582 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Discovery Elementary School?
639 students attend Discovery Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Discovery Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery Elementary School?
Discovery Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Discovery Elementary School offer ?
Discovery Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Discovery Elementary School part of?
Discovery Elementary School is part of Loudoun County School District.
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