Serving 520 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Mcnair Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 78%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Math Proficiency: 91%
- Reading Proficiency: 85%
- Attendance Zone: MCNAIR ELEM serves the northwest part of Herndon, VA, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcnair Elementary School's student population of 520 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
520 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Lifelong Learners Grow Here!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mcnair Elementary School is 0.74, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)91%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
41%
8%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
21%
21%
White
18%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mcnair Elementary School often compared to?
Mcnair Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Floris Elementary School, Coates Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% VA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 78% VA state average).
How many students attend Mcnair Elementary School?
520 students attend Mcnair Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Mcnair Elementary School students are Asian, 21% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcnair Elementary School?
Mcnair Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcnair Elementary School offer ?
Mcnair Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Mcnair Elementary School part of?
Mcnair Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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