Serving 454 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Forest Edge 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 75% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest Edge Elementary serves the northern part of Reston, VA, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Edge Elementary School's student population of 454 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
454 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest Edge 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 Forest Edge Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#1005 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
8%
Hispanic
25%
20%
Black
31%
21%
White
30%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Edge Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Edge Elementary School is ranked #1005 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Forest Edge Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Edge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Anne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Forest Edge Elementary School?
454 students attend Forest Edge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Forest Edge Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Edge Elementary School?
Forest Edge Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forest Edge Elementary School offer ?
Forest Edge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Forest Edge Elementary School part of?
Forest Edge Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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