Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nottingham Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than 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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Nottingham Elementary serves the northwest part of Arlington, VA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.6 miles, reaching up to 1.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nottingham 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
School Overview
Nottingham Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
382 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nottingham Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nottingham Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#32 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
8%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
n/a
21%
White
68%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)0.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nottingham Elementary School's ranking?
Nottingham Elementary School is ranked #32 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Nottingham Elementary School often compared to?
Nottingham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tuckahoe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Nottingham Elementary School?
382 students attend Nottingham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Nottingham Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nottingham Elementary School?
Nottingham Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nottingham Elementary School offer ?
Nottingham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nottingham Elementary School part of?
Nottingham Elementary School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Nottingham Elementary School located?
Nottingham Elementary School is located in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
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