Serving 669 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Stratford Landing 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 82% (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 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stratford Landing Elementary serves the southeast part of Alexandria, VA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stratford Landing Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Stratford Landing Elementary School's student population of 669 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
669 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Motto
None provided
School Rankings
Stratford Landing 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 Stratford Landing Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#381 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
20%
21%
White
54%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stratford Landing Elementary School's ranking?
Stratford Landing 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 Stratford Landing Elementary School often compared to?
Stratford Landing Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waynewood 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 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Stratford Landing Elementary School?
669 students attend Stratford Landing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Stratford Landing Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stratford Landing Elementary School?
Stratford Landing Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stratford Landing Elementary School offer ?
Stratford Landing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Stratford Landing Elementary School part of?
Stratford Landing Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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