Woodlawn Elementary School

8505 Highland Ln
Alexandria, VA 22309
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Woodlawn 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 41% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 87% 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-6
  • Enrollment: 468 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 87%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

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School Overview

Woodlawn Elementary School's student population of 468 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Engaged with our world, Enthusiastic about learning, Empathetic to others, Empowered to achieve.'

School Rankings

Woodlawn 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 Woodlawn 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1674 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
41%
68%
(20-21)
44%
69%
(20-21)
6-9%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
8%
Hispanic
56%
19%
Black
20%
22%
White
13%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
5%
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 Woodlawn Elementary School's ranking?
Woodlawn Elementary School is ranked #1674 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Woodlawn Elementary School often compared to?
Woodlawn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Belvoir Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Woodlawn Elementary School?
468 students attend Woodlawn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Woodlawn Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodlawn Elementary School?
Woodlawn Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Woodlawn Elementary School offer ?
Woodlawn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Woodlawn Elementary School part of?
Woodlawn Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.

School Reviews

2   2/10/2020
My child is in a class with children that only speak Spanish and he doesn't. It is hard to have friends when you don't understand what they are saying.
- Posted by Parent - Marg
2   8/2/2017
Glad there appears to be a fair number of teachers per child for meaningful learning. Trusting that the certified teachers can produce for the school population. The minority ratio is disturbing. How many children and teachers are English speaking? This is a set up for long hard hours of fatigue for the faculty. How does the county plan on providing the utmost support possible for the child/teacher working atmosphere? Very tough situation for any school. Not good.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Harry Williams

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 468 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 87%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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