Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Long Branch Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Long Branch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Long Branch Elementary School's student population of 423 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Long Branch Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Long Branch Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#463 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
8%
Hispanic
25%
19%
Black
11%
22%
White
45%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Long Branch Elementary School's ranking?
Long Branch Elementary School is ranked #463 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Long Branch Elementary School often compared to?
Long Branch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glebe Elementary School, Innovation Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Long Branch Elementary School?
423 students attend Long Branch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Long Branch Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Long Branch Elementary School?
Long Branch Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Long Branch Elementary School offer ?
Long Branch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Long Branch Elementary School part of?
Long Branch Elementary School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Long Branch Elementary School located?
Long Branch Elementary School is located in the Lyon Park neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
School Reviews
5 10/29/2016
Now that I think about my past schools, I can truly say that long Branch helped me, in ways that many won't realize, a better individual today. I had a great connection with different ethnicities throughout my one year here, and it gave me knowledge and love for everyone no matter the skin color or accent you may have.
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