Weyanoke Elementary School

6520 Braddock Rd
Alexandria, VA 22312
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 562 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Weyanoke Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 562 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Weyanoke Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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School Overview

Weyanoke Elementary School's student population of 562 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Motto
A Community of Learners!

School Rankings

Weyanoke Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weyanoke 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1738 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
37%
68%
(20-21)
30%
69%
(20-21)
20-24%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
8%
Hispanic
50%
19%
Black
26%
22%
White
10%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.66
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
12%
6%
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 Weyanoke Elementary School's ranking?
Weyanoke Elementary School is ranked #1738 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Weyanoke Elementary School often compared to?
Weyanoke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bren Mar Park Elementary School, Parklawn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Weyanoke Elementary School?
562 students attend Weyanoke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Weyanoke Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weyanoke Elementary School?
Weyanoke Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Weyanoke Elementary School offer ?
Weyanoke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Weyanoke Elementary School part of?
Weyanoke Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 562 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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