Serving 588 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Montclair Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is equal to 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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Montclair Elementary serves the southeast part of Dumfries, VA, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montclair Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Montclair Elementary School's student population of 588 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
588 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
School Rankings
Montclair 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 Montclair Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#598 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)69%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Asian
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
34%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
22%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
28%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
10%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montclair Elementary School's ranking?
Montclair Elementary School is ranked #598 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Montclair Elementary School often compared to?
Montclair Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A. Henderson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Montclair Elementary School?
588 students attend Montclair Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Montclair Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montclair Elementary School?
Montclair Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Montclair Elementary School offer ?
Montclair Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Montclair Elementary School part of?
Montclair Elementary School is part of Prince William County School District.
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