Serving 592 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hoffman-boston 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 62% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hoffman-Boston Elementary serves the southeast part of Arlington, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hoffman-boston Elementary School's student population of 592 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
592 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We dare to use innovative techniques and technology to enhance lifelong learning.
School Rankings
Hoffman-boston 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 Hoffman-boston Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#1205 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Asian
21%
8%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
25%
21%
White
26%
44%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoffman-boston Elementary School's ranking?
Hoffman-boston Elementary School is ranked #1205 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Hoffman-boston Elementary School often compared to?
Hoffman-boston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Hoffman-boston Elementary School?
592 students attend Hoffman-boston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Hoffman-boston Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hoffman-boston Elementary School?
Hoffman-boston Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hoffman-boston Elementary School offer ?
Hoffman-boston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hoffman-boston Elementary School part of?
Hoffman-boston Elementary School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Hoffman-boston Elementary School located?
Hoffman-boston Elementary School is located in the Arlington View neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
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