Serving 332 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, George Mason 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: George Mason Elementary serves the northeast part of Alexandria, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Mason Elementary School's student population of 332 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
332 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1939
School Calendar
School Rankings
George Mason 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 Mason Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#873 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 George Mason Elementary School's ranking?
George Mason Elementary School is ranked #873 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are George Mason Elementary School often compared to?
George Mason Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Douglas Macarthur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend George Mason Elementary School?
332 students attend George Mason Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of George Mason Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Mason Elementary School?
George Mason Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does George Mason Elementary School offer ?
George Mason Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George Mason Elementary School part of?
George Mason Elementary School is part of Alexandria City School District.
In what neighborhood is George Mason Elementary School located?
George Mason Elementary School is located in the North Ridge neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in North Ridge.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The Kindergarten teacher lost my child, releasing him to the wrong family. This school is unsafe and does not care about students as individuals.
4 10/10/2025
I've been at GM for 6 years and have been very impressed with the quality of the teachers, the warmth of the community and the involvement of parents. I feel very lucky to have stumbled on this neighborhood.
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