Serving 587 students in grades 3-5, Oak Street Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Thomas Jefferson Elementary covers the entire school district in Falls Church, VA, encompassing approximately 2.1 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 5 to 10 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Street 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
Oak Street Elementary School's student population of 587 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
587 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1948
School Rankings
Oak Street 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 Oak Street Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#72 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
3%
21%
White
66%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Thomas Jefferson Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Street Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Street Elementary School is ranked #72 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Oak Street Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Daniel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Oak Street Elementary School?
587 students attend Oak Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Oak Street Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Street Elementary School?
Oak Street Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oak Street Elementary School offer ?
Oak Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oak Street Elementary School part of?
Oak Street Elementary School is part of Falls Church City School District.
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