Serving 334 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mount Eagle Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Eagle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Mount Eagle Elementary School's student population of 334 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mount Eagle Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Eagle Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#1706 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
70%
19%
Black
11%
22%
White
12%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
5%
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 Mount Eagle Elementary School's ranking?
Mount Eagle Elementary School is ranked #1706 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Mount Eagle Elementary School often compared to?
Mount Eagle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Mount Eagle Elementary School?
334 students attend Mount Eagle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Mount Eagle Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Eagle Elementary School?
Mount Eagle Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mount Eagle Elementary School offer ?
Mount Eagle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mount Eagle Elementary School part of?
Mount Eagle Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mount Eagle Elementary School located?
Mount Eagle Elementary School is located in the Groveton neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Groveton.
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