Serving 980 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Spring Hill 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 97% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (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 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 980 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Spring Hill Elementary serves the northern part of McLean, VA, covering an area of approximately 8.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Hill 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
Spring Hill Elementary School's student population of 980 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
980 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Spring Hill 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 Spring Hill Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#21 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)91%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
37%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
44%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
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)10%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. 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 Spring Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Spring Hill Elementary School is ranked #21 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
97% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Spring Hill Elementary School?
980 students attend Spring Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Spring Hill Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Hill Elementary School?
Spring Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spring Hill Elementary School offer ?
Spring Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Spring Hill Elementary School part of?
Spring Hill Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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