Serving 519 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barrett 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barrett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Barrett Elementary School's student population of 519 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Barrett 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 Barrett Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1597 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
54%
19%
Black
11%
22%
White
25%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
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 Barrett Elementary School's ranking?
Barrett Elementary School is ranked #1597 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Barrett Elementary School often compared to?
Barrett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Innovation Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Barrett Elementary School?
519 students attend Barrett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Barrett Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barrett Elementary School?
Barrett Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barrett Elementary School offer ?
Barrett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barrett Elementary School part of?
Barrett Elementary School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Barrett Elementary School located?
Barrett Elementary School is located in the Arlington Forest neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
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