Serving 456 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jamestown Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 97% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Jamestown Elementary serves the northwest part of Arlington, VA, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most families are within a 5 to 10-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jamestown 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
Jamestown Elementary School's student population of 456 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
456 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To educate all children in an optimal learning environment, preparing them for success now and in the future.
School Rankings
Jamestown Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jamestown Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#29 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)89%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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)3.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-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 Jamestown Elementary School's ranking?
Jamestown Elementary School is ranked #29 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Jamestown Elementary School often compared to?
Jamestown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
97% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Jamestown Elementary School?
456 students attend Jamestown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Jamestown Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jamestown Elementary School?
Jamestown Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jamestown Elementary School offer ?
Jamestown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jamestown Elementary School part of?
Jamestown Elementary School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Jamestown Elementary School located?
Jamestown Elementary School is located in the Rock Spring neighborhood of Arlington, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Rock Spring.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school is extremely overrated. There is very little Comminication with the teachers. If you have a child that needs services, then stay away from this school. They wil only focus on those that disturb the class because it's a disturbance.
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