Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Forestdale 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 44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forestdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Forestdale Elementary School's student population of 537 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
537 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Motto
The community of Forestdale Elementary School inspires our students to become lifelong learners, independent problem solvers, and strategic thinkers who are responsible, respectful, and productive citizens.
School Rankings
Forestdale 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 Forestdale Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1680 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
17%
8%
Hispanic
46%
20%
Black
11%
21%
White
20%
44%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forestdale Elementary School's ranking?
Forestdale Elementary School is ranked #1680 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Forestdale Elementary School often compared to?
Forestdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestwood Elementary School, Garfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Forestdale Elementary School?
537 students attend Forestdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Forestdale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forestdale Elementary School?
Forestdale Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forestdale Elementary School offer ?
Forestdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Forestdale Elementary School part of?
Forestdale Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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