Serving 1,075 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Patrick Henry K-8 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 59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,075 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Patrick Henry Elementary serves the west part of its school district in Alexandria, VA, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families in this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Patrick Henry K-8 School's student population of 1,075 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,075 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Patrick Henry K-8 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 Patrick Henry K-8 School is 0.77, 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
#1345 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
14%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patrick Henry K-8 School's ranking?
Patrick Henry K-8 School is ranked #1345 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Patrick Henry K-8 School often compared to?
Patrick Henry K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School, James K. Polk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Patrick Henry K-8 School?
1,075 students attend Patrick Henry K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Patrick Henry K-8 School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patrick Henry K-8 School?
Patrick Henry K-8 School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patrick Henry K-8 School offer ?
Patrick Henry K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Patrick Henry K-8 School part of?
Patrick Henry K-8 School is part of Alexandria City School District.
In what neighborhood is Patrick Henry K-8 School located?
Patrick Henry K-8 School is located in the Seminary Hill neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Seminary Hill.
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