Serving 1,006 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kent Gardens Elementary School ranks in the top 1% 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 95% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,006 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kent Gardens 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
Kent Gardens Elementary School's student population of 1,006 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,006 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
Campus Size
3
School Motto
'Dare to be Safe, Responsible, and Respectful'
School Mascot
Lions
School Rankings
Kent Gardens Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kent Gardens Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#5 out of 1773 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)94%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
8%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
3%
22%
White
54%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kent Gardens Elementary School's ranking?
Kent Gardens Elementary School is ranked #5 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Kent Gardens Elementary School often compared to?
Kent Gardens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haycock Elementary School, Sherman Elementary School, Chesterbrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Kent Gardens Elementary School?
1,006 students attend Kent Gardens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Kent Gardens Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kent Gardens Elementary School?
Kent Gardens Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kent Gardens Elementary School offer ?
Kent Gardens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kent Gardens Elementary School part of?
Kent Gardens Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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