Serving 735 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hunt Valley 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 89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than 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 49% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hunt Valley Elementary serves the southern part of Springfield, VA, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hunt Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hunt Valley Elementary School's student population of 735 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
735 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hunt Valley 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 Hunt Valley 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
#146 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
8%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
9%
21%
White
51%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hawk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hunt Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Hunt Valley Elementary School is ranked #146 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Hunt Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Hunt Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Springfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Hunt Valley Elementary School?
735 students attend Hunt Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Hunt Valley Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hunt Valley Elementary School?
Hunt Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hunt Valley Elementary School offer ?
Hunt Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hunt Valley Elementary School part of?
Hunt Valley Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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