Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Featherstone Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 77% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Featherstone Elementary School's student population of 452 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
452 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Motto
Hearts, Hands, and Minds Shaping the Future
School Rankings
Featherstone Elementary School 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 Featherstone Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#1029 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
8%
Hispanic
80%
20%
Black
7%
21%
White
4%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Featherstone Elementary School's ranking?
Featherstone Elementary School is ranked #1029 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Featherstone Elementary School?
452 students attend Featherstone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Featherstone Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Featherstone Elementary School?
Featherstone Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Featherstone Elementary School offer ?
Featherstone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Featherstone Elementary School part of?
Featherstone Elementary School is part of Prince William County School District.
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