Saratoga Elementary School

8111 Northumberland Rd
Springfield, VA 22153
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 612 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Saratoga Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 612 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 66%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 75% (Top 50%)
  • : 66% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

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School Overview

Saratoga Elementary School's student population of 612 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
612 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold

School Rankings

Saratoga 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 Saratoga Elementary School is 0.77, which is more 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)
#890 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
75%
68%
(20-21)
66%
69%
(20-21)
50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Asian
18%
8%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
18%
21%
White
34%
44%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.77
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Saratoga Elementary School's ranking?
Saratoga Elementary School is ranked #890 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?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Saratoga Elementary School?
612 students attend Saratoga Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Saratoga Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saratoga Elementary School?
Saratoga Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Saratoga Elementary School offer ?
Saratoga Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Saratoga Elementary School part of?
Saratoga Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 612 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 66%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 75% (Top 50%)
  • : 66% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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