Serving 902 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Springwoods Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 902 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springwoods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Springwoods Elementary School's student population of 902 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
902 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
School Motto
It's All Good in the Woods!
School Mascot
Emmett The Eagle
School Rankings
Springwoods Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springwoods Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#381 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
8%
Hispanic
29%
19%
Black
21%
22%
White
32%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Emmett The Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springwoods Elementary School's ranking?
Springwoods Elementary School is ranked #381 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Springwoods Elementary School often compared to?
Springwoods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Springwoods Elementary School?
902 students attend Springwoods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Springwoods Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springwoods Elementary School?
Springwoods Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Springwoods Elementary School offer ?
Springwoods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Springwoods Elementary School part of?
Springwoods Elementary School is part of Prince William County School District.
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