Serving 277 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Little Run Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher 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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Run Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Little Run Elementary School's student population of 277 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
277 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Motto
Little Run Strong!
School Rankings
Little Run 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 Little Run Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#301 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
8%
Hispanic
24%
19%
Black
8%
22%
White
43%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Little Run Elementary School's ranking?
Little Run Elementary School is ranked #301 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Little Run Elementary School often compared to?
Little Run Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canterbury Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Little Run Elementary School?
277 students attend Little Run Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Little Run Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Little Run Elementary School?
Little Run Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Little Run Elementary School offer ?
Little Run Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Little Run Elementary School part of?
Little Run Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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