Serving 686 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Island Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher 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 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: ISLAND CREEK ELEMENTARY serves the southeast part of Alexandria, VA, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Island Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Island Creek Elementary School's student population of 686 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
686 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Engaging Every Child, Advancing Every Day
School Rankings
Island Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Island Creek Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#331 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Island Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Island Creek Elementary School is ranked #331 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Island Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Island Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Island Creek Elementary School?
686 students attend Island Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Island Creek Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Island Creek Elementary School?
Island Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Island Creek Elementary School offer ?
Island Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Island Creek Elementary School part of?
Island Creek Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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