Serving 548 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Springfield Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Springfield 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
West Springfield Elementary School's student population of 548 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
548 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
School Motto
We support the whole child by inspiring all students to achieve high academic and social standards while becoming responsible and innovative citizens in the community.
School Rankings
West Springfield 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 West Springfield Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#83 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)88%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
8%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
10%
22%
White
50%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Springfield Elementary School's ranking?
West Springfield Elementary School is ranked #83 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are West Springfield Elementary School often compared to?
West Springfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rolling Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend West Springfield Elementary School?
548 students attend West Springfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of West Springfield Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Springfield Elementary School?
West Springfield Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Springfield Elementary School offer ?
West Springfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Springfield Elementary School part of?
West Springfield Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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