Serving 554 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glenkirk Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Glenkirk Elementary serves the northwest part of Gainesville, VA, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenkirk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glenkirk Elementary School's student population of 554 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
554 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
When You are Here, You are Your Best!
School Rankings
Glenkirk Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenkirk Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#104 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)86%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
8%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
8%
21%
White
48%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenkirk Elementary School's ranking?
Glenkirk Elementary School is ranked #104 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Glenkirk Elementary School often compared to?
Glenkirk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buckland Mills Elementary School, Samuel L. Gravely Jr. Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Glenkirk Elementary School?
554 students attend Glenkirk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Glenkirk Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenkirk Elementary School?
Glenkirk Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenkirk Elementary School offer ?
Glenkirk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glenkirk Elementary School part of?
Glenkirk Elementary School is part of Prince William County School District.
In what neighborhood is Glenkirk Elementary School located?
Glenkirk Elementary School is located in the Linton Hall neighborhood of Gainesville, VA.
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