Serving 461 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Cherry Run Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherry Run Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cherry Run Elementary School's student population of 461 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Cherry Run Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherry Run Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#49 out of 1792 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90-94%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-89%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
8%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
5%
22%
White
63%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Cherry Run Elementary School's ranking?
Cherry Run Elementary School is ranked #49 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Cherry Run Elementary School often compared to?
Cherry Run Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sangster Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Cherry Run Elementary School?
461 students attend Cherry Run Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Cherry Run Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherry Run Elementary School?
Cherry Run Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cherry Run Elementary School offer ?
Cherry Run Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cherry Run Elementary School part of?
Cherry Run Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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