Serving 594 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Terra Centre Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: TERRA CENTRE ELEM serves the southern part of Burke, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Terra Centre 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
School Overview
Terra Centre Elementary School's student population of 594 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
594 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1980
School Motto
Paws-itively Proud to Be Terra Centre Tigers!
School Rankings
Terra Centre Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Terra Centre Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#194 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
8%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
6%
21%
White
57%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terra Centre Elementary School's ranking?
Terra Centre Elementary School is ranked #194 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Terra Centre Elementary School often compared to?
Terra Centre Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Terra Centre Elementary School?
594 students attend Terra Centre Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Terra Centre Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Terra Centre Elementary School?
Terra Centre Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Terra Centre Elementary School offer ?
Terra Centre Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Terra Centre Elementary School part of?
Terra Centre Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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