Serving 579 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Newington Forest Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newington Forest Elementary serves the southern part of Springfield, VA, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newington Forest Elementary School's student population of 579 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
579 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To deliver the highest quality instruction, accepting that all students can learn regardless of their background.
School Rankings
Newington Forest 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 Newington Forest Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#716 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
8%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
10%
21%
White
46%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newington Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Newington Forest Elementary School is ranked #716 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Newington Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Newington Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lorton Station Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Newington Forest Elementary School?
579 students attend Newington Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Newington Forest Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newington Forest Elementary School?
Newington Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newington Forest Elementary School offer ?
Newington Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newington Forest Elementary School part of?
Newington Forest Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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