Serving 764 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Groveton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than 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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 764 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Groveton Elementary serves the southeast part of Alexandria, VA, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Groveton Elementary School's student population of 764 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
764 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Tiger, Every Day!
School Rankings
Groveton 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 Groveton Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1666 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)41%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
60%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)19.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
6%
Showing 2010–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Tiger Orange and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Groveton Elementary School's ranking?
Groveton Elementary School is ranked #1666 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Groveton Elementary School often compared to?
Groveton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hybla Valley Elementary School, Hollin Meadows Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Groveton Elementary School?
764 students attend Groveton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Groveton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Groveton Elementary School?
Groveton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Groveton Elementary School offer ?
Groveton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Groveton Elementary School part of?
Groveton Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
In what neighborhood is Groveton Elementary School located?
Groveton Elementary School is located in the Groveton neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Groveton.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The teachers at Groveton are very good and dedicated. The teachers are a close knit group and they really provide a fantastic learning environment for the students. The two new principals Mr. Polio and Mr. Allens are very impressive and have really made a positive impact on this school. My son is in 1st grade and went to kindergarten here as well.
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