Serving 742 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bennett Elementary School ranks in the top 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 64% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bennett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bennett Elementary School's student population of 742 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
742 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Bennett Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bennett Elementary School is 0.73, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#654 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
8%
Hispanic
24%
19%
Black
13%
22%
White
43%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
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 Bennett Elementary School's ranking?
Bennett Elementary School is ranked #654 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bennett Elementary School often compared to?
Bennett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pennington Traditional, Baldwin Elementary School, George Carr Round Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Bennett Elementary School?
742 students attend Bennett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bennett Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bennett Elementary School?
Bennett Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bennett Elementary School offer ?
Bennett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bennett Elementary School part of?
Bennett Elementary School is part of Prince William County School District.
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