Serving 872 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Powell Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 872 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Powell Elementary serves the west part of Centreville, VA, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Powell Elementary School's student population of 872 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
872 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Powell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Powell Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#257 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
60%
8%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
5%
21%
White
18%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powell Elementary School's ranking?
Powell Elementary School is ranked #257 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Powell Elementary School?
872 students attend Powell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Powell Elementary School students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Powell Elementary School?
Powell Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Powell Elementary School offer ?
Powell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Powell Elementary School part of?
Powell Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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