Serving 804 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Laurel Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 804 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Laurel Ridge Elementary School's student population of 804 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
804 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Motto
Kindness is Spoken Here.
School Rankings
Laurel Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Ridge Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#315 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)81%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
8%
Hispanic
23%
19%
Black
4%
22%
White
58%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
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 Laurel Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Laurel Ridge Elementary School is ranked #315 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Laurel Ridge Elementary School?
804 students attend Laurel Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Laurel Ridge Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laurel Ridge Elementary School?
Laurel Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laurel Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Laurel Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Laurel Ridge Elementary School part of?
Laurel Ridge Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
School Reviews
5 6/23/2017
KPW is a fantastic community and we have only heard wonderful things about LR. Our son looks forward to attending LR in the fall.
2 1/25/2011
My kids are both in the Spanish Immersion Program at Laurel Ridge. We have left our home school to attend this program. We have always felt like outsiders to the school and many of the other parents. This attitude is apparent in the office staff, a most grumpy group of women.
The school is large and recently redone so it is pretty nice and clean.
The whole school has a high school clique feeling about it.
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