Serving 792 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Herndon 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 43% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Herndon Elementary School's student population of 792 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
792 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Herndon 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 Herndon Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#1679 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
70%
20%
Black
10%
21%
White
13%
44%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
9%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herndon Elementary School's ranking?
Herndon Elementary School is ranked #1679 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Herndon Elementary School?
792 students attend Herndon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Herndon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herndon Elementary School?
Herndon Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Herndon Elementary School offer ?
Herndon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Herndon Elementary School part of?
Herndon Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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