Serving 689 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William Ramsay 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 32% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William Ramsay Elementary serves the west part of Alexandria, VA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Ramsay Elementary School's student population of 689 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
689 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
William Ramsay 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 William Ramsay Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1756 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
11%
8%
Hispanic
51%
20%
Black
19%
21%
White
11%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
17%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Light Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Ramsay Elementary School's ranking?
William Ramsay Elementary School is ranked #1756 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are William Ramsay Elementary School often compared to?
William Ramsay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Adams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend William Ramsay Elementary School?
689 students attend William Ramsay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of William Ramsay Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Ramsay Elementary School?
William Ramsay Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does William Ramsay Elementary School offer ?
William Ramsay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William Ramsay Elementary School part of?
William Ramsay Elementary School is part of Alexandria City School District.
In what neighborhood is William Ramsay Elementary School located?
William Ramsay Elementary School is located in the Alexandria West neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Alexandria West.
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