Serving 714 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cardinal 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 77% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cardinal 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Cardinal Elementary School's student population of 714 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Cardinal 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 Cardinal Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#217 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)77%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)83%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
3%
22%
White
75%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Cardinal Elementary School's ranking?
Cardinal Elementary School is ranked #217 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Cardinal Elementary School often compared to?
Cardinal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arlington Traditional by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Cardinal Elementary School?
714 students attend Cardinal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Cardinal Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cardinal Elementary School?
Cardinal Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cardinal Elementary School offer ?
Cardinal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cardinal Elementary School part of?
Cardinal Elementary School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Cardinal Elementary School located?
Cardinal Elementary School is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
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