Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lyles-crouch Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyles-crouch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lyles-crouch Elementary School's student population of 434 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Lyles-crouch Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyles-crouch Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#355 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
23%
22%
White
49%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Lyles-crouch Elementary School's ranking?
Lyles-crouch Elementary School is ranked #355 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Lyles-crouch Elementary School often compared to?
Lyles-crouch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Naomi L. Brooks 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 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Lyles-crouch Elementary School?
434 students attend Lyles-crouch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Lyles-crouch Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyles-crouch Elementary School?
Lyles-crouch Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lyles-crouch Elementary School offer ?
Lyles-crouch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lyles-crouch Elementary School part of?
Lyles-crouch Elementary School is part of Alexandria City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lyles-crouch Elementary School located?
Lyles-crouch Elementary School is located in the Alexandria Historical District neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.
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