Serving 706 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lake Ridge Elementary School's student population of 706 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Sep 6, 2025
School Mascot
Lions
School Rankings
Lake Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Ridge Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#776 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
8%
Hispanic
24%
19%
Black
24%
22%
White
33%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
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 Lake Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Ridge Elementary School is ranked #776 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Lake Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Antietam Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Lake Ridge Elementary School?
706 students attend Lake Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Lake Ridge Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Ridge Elementary School?
Lake Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Lake Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Ridge Elementary School part of?
Lake Ridge Elementary School is part of Prince William County School District.
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