Serving 645 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Fox Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher 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 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fox Mill 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
Fox Mill Elementary School's student population of 645 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
Campus Size
8
School Motto
Striving for Excellence at Fox Mill!
School Rankings
Fox Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fox Mill Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#137 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
8%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
3%
22%
White
59%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
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 Fox Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Fox Mill Elementary School is ranked #137 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Fox Mill Elementary School?
645 students attend Fox Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Fox Mill Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fox Mill Elementary School?
Fox Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fox Mill Elementary School offer ?
Fox Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fox Mill Elementary School part of?
Fox Mill Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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