Serving 964 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mantua 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 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 964 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mantua Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mantua Elementary School's student population of 964 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
964 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Mantua Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mantua Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#257 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
8%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
5%
22%
White
48%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mantua Elementary School's ranking?
Mantua Elementary School is ranked #257 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Mantua Elementary School?
964 students attend Mantua Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Mantua Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mantua Elementary School?
Mantua Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mantua Elementary School offer ?
Mantua Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mantua Elementary School part of?
Mantua Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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