Serving 744 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sonnie Penn Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 744 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sonnie Penn Elementary serves the eastern part of Woodbridge, VA, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sonnie Penn Elementary School's student population of 744 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
744 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Rankings
Sonnie Penn Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sonnie Penn Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#554 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
8%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
29%
21%
White
20%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonnie Penn Elementary School's ranking?
Sonnie Penn Elementary School is ranked #554 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Sonnie Penn Elementary School?
744 students attend Sonnie Penn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Sonnie Penn Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sonnie Penn Elementary School?
Sonnie Penn Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sonnie Penn Elementary School offer ?
Sonnie Penn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sonnie Penn Elementary School part of?
Sonnie Penn Elementary School is part of Prince William County School District.
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