Serving 683 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Poplar Tree Elementary School ranks in the top 1% 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 93% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Poplar Tree Elementary serves the west part of Chantilly, VA, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poplar Tree 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
Poplar Tree Elementary School's student population of 683 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
683 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
School Motto
Innovate, Motivate, Create!
School Rankings
Poplar Tree Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poplar Tree Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#8 out of 1773 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)95%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90-94%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
45%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
5%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
35%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poplar Tree Elementary School's ranking?
Poplar Tree Elementary School is ranked #8 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Poplar Tree Elementary School often compared to?
Poplar Tree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Navy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Poplar Tree Elementary School?
683 students attend Poplar Tree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Poplar Tree Elementary School students are Asian, 35% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poplar Tree Elementary School?
Poplar Tree Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poplar Tree Elementary School offer ?
Poplar Tree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Poplar Tree Elementary School part of?
Poplar Tree Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My brother goes here for his special needs. The other children are incredibly understanding of him. The teachers have always been great. They have absolutely no tolerance towards bullying. Overall an excellent school.
5 10/10/2025
This school is riddled with unchecked bullies. They do a lot of lip service to "Prevent Bullying" but the teachers do not do anything to stop it--but rather ignore it. Several of the teachers we experienced also lack effective classroom management skills. I would not describe this school as having a good learning environment
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