Serving 799 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Silverbrook Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 95% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 799 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Silverbrook Elementary serves the southern part of Fairfax Station, VA, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silverbrook 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
Silverbrook Elementary School's student population of 799 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
799 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar
School Rankings
Silverbrook 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 Silverbrook 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
#31 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)89%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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)7.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Blue, and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silverbrook Elementary School's ranking?
Silverbrook Elementary School is ranked #31 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Silverbrook Elementary School often compared to?
Silverbrook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Halley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Silverbrook Elementary School?
799 students attend Silverbrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Silverbrook Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silverbrook Elementary School?
Silverbrook Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Silverbrook Elementary School offer ?
Silverbrook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Silverbrook Elementary School part of?
Silverbrook Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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