Serving 838 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kate Waller Barrett 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 66% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 838 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: KATE WALLER BARRETT ELEM serves the northern part of Stafford, VA, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located around 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kate Waller Barrett Elementary School's student population of 838 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
838 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kate Waller Barrett 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 Kate Waller Barrett Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1227 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
38%
20%
Black
29%
21%
White
19%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kate Waller Barrett Elementary School's ranking?
Kate Waller Barrett Elementary School is ranked #1227 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Kate Waller Barrett Elementary School often compared to?
Kate Waller Barrett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampton Oaks Elementary School, Margaret Brent Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Kate Waller Barrett Elementary School?
838 students attend Kate Waller Barrett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Kate Waller Barrett Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kate Waller Barrett Elementary School?
Kate Waller Barrett Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kate Waller Barrett Elementary School offer ?
Kate Waller Barrett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kate Waller Barrett Elementary School part of?
Kate Waller Barrett Elementary School is part of Stafford County School District.
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