Serving 489 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Discovery Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Discovery Elementary serves the northwest part of Arlington, VA, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of about 1 mile to the school's edge, reaching up to 1.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery 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
Discovery Elementary School's student population of 489 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
489 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Discovery Elementary School ranks within the top 10% 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 0.49, 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
#137 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
8%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
2%
21%
White
70%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
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 #137 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Discovery Elementary School often compared to?
Discovery Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jamestown Elementary School, Tuckahoe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Discovery Elementary School?
489 students attend Discovery Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Discovery Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery Elementary School?
Discovery Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, 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 Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Discovery Elementary School located?
Discovery Elementary School is located in the Rock Spring neighborhood of Arlington, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Rock Spring.
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