George Mason Elementary School

2601 Cameron Mills Rd
Alexandria, VA 22302
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 336 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 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 336 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : Top 50% in VA
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

George Mason Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

George Mason Elementary School's student population of 336 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1939
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026

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 0.62, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#873 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
70-74%
68%
(20-21)
65-69%
69%
(20-21)
60-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
39%
19%
Black
7%
22%
White
48%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.62
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
336 students attend George Mason Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of George Mason Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Mason Elementary School?
George Mason Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than 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

4   6/10/2017
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.
- Posted by Parent - Momof3
2   5/1/2012
The Kindergarten teacher lost my child, releasing him to the wrong family. This school is unsafe and does not care about students as individuals.
- Posted by Parent - Turtl

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 336 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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