Pennington Traditional School is a public school located in Manassas, Virginia. It is one of the three traditional schools of Prince William County Public Schools. The facility enrolls students from grade 1–8, and serves the communities of Manassas, Haymarket, Bristow, Bull Run, Gainesville, and Nokesville.
Serving 651 students in grades 1-8, Pennington Traditional ranks in the top 30% 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 65% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher 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 71% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pennington Traditional ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pennington Traditional's student population of 651 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
651 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Blue, Green
School Rankings
Pennington Traditional ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pennington Traditional is 0.78, 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
#381 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
8%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
23%
22%
White
29%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pennington Traditional's ranking?
Pennington Traditional is ranked #381 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Pennington Traditional often compared to?
Pennington Traditionalis often viewed alongside schools like Bennett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Pennington Traditional?
651 students attend Pennington Traditional.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Pennington Traditional students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pennington Traditional?
Pennington Traditional has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pennington Traditional offer ?
Pennington Traditional offers enrollment in grades 1-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pennington Traditional part of?
Pennington Traditional is part of Prince William County School District.
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