Serving 792 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rosa Lee Carter 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 89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (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 85% 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-5
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: ROSA LEE CARTER ELEMENTARY serves the southeastern part of Ashburn, VA, covering an area of approximately 19.3 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rosa Lee Carter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rosa Lee Carter Elementary School's student population of 792 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
792 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Rosa Lee Carter 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 Rosa Lee Carter Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#45 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)92%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
62%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-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 Rosa Lee Carter Elementary School's ranking?
Rosa Lee Carter Elementary School is ranked #45 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Rosa Lee Carter Elementary School often compared to?
Rosa Lee Carter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waxpool Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Rosa Lee Carter Elementary School?
792 students attend Rosa Lee Carter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Rosa Lee Carter Elementary School students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rosa Lee Carter Elementary School?
Rosa Lee Carter Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rosa Lee Carter Elementary School offer ?
Rosa Lee Carter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rosa Lee Carter Elementary School part of?
Rosa Lee Carter Elementary School is part of Loudoun County School District.
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