Serving 779 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Groveton 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 23% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Groveton Elementary School's student population of 779 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
779 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
Groveton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Groveton Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1678 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)23%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)41%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
59%
19%
Black
17%
22%
White
16%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Groveton Elementary School is ranked #1678 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Groveton Elementary School often compared to?
Groveton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hybla Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Groveton Elementary School?
779 students attend Groveton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Groveton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Groveton Elementary School?
Groveton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Groveton Elementary School offer ?
Groveton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Groveton Elementary School part of?
Groveton Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
In what neighborhood is Groveton Elementary School located?
Groveton Elementary School is located in the Groveton neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Groveton.
School Reviews麻豆果冻传媒>5 12/22/2008The teachers at Groveton are very good and dedicated. The teachers are a close knit group and they really provide a fantastic learning environment for the students. The two new principals Mr. Polio and Mr. Allens are very impressive and have really made a positive impact on this school. My son is in 1st grade and went to kindergarten here as well.Review Groveton Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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The teachers at Groveton are very good and dedicated. The teachers are a close knit group and they really provide a fantastic learning environment for the students. The two new principals Mr. Polio and Mr. Allens are very impressive and have really made a positive impact on this school. My son is in 1st grade and went to kindergarten here as well.
Review Groveton Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
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