Serving 507 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mount Vernon Woods Elementary serves the southeast part of Alexandria, VA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School's student population of 507 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
507 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Rankings
Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1663 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
8%
Hispanic
64%
20%
Black
21%
21%
White
4%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School is ranked #1663 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Mount Vernon Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Elementary School, Woodley Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School?
507 students attend Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School?
Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School offer ?
Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School part of?
Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I believe the school is in a stage of development. They offer different sports and arts activities for children. Parents are starting to step up more which is beautiful. My children attend and they love it.
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