Serving 490 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, George G. Tyler Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George G. Tyler Elementary serves the northwest part of Gainesville, VA, covering an area of approximately 10.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3.3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 6.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George G. Tyler Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
George G. Tyler Elementary School's student population of 490 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Rankings
George G. Tyler 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 George G. Tyler 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
#578 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
8%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
12%
21%
White
40%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tyler Tomcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George G. Tyler Elementary School's ranking?
George G. Tyler Elementary School is ranked #578 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are George G. Tyler Elementary School often compared to?
George G. Tyler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buckland Mills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend George G. Tyler Elementary School?
490 students attend George G. Tyler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of George G. Tyler Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George G. Tyler Elementary School?
George G. Tyler Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does George G. Tyler Elementary School offer ?
George G. Tyler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George G. Tyler Elementary School part of?
George G. Tyler Elementary School is part of Prince William County School District.
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