Serving 715 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sonnie Penn 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 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 79% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sonnie Penn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sonnie Penn Elementary School's student population of 715 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
715 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Sonnie Penn 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 Sonnie Penn Elementary School is 0.78, which is more 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
#507 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
8%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
29%
22%
White
21%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
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 Sonnie Penn Elementary School's ranking?
Sonnie Penn Elementary School is ranked #507 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Sonnie Penn Elementary School?
715 students attend Sonnie Penn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Sonnie Penn Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sonnie Penn Elementary School?
Sonnie Penn Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sonnie Penn Elementary School offer ?
Sonnie Penn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sonnie Penn Elementary School part of?
Sonnie Penn Elementary School is part of Prince William County School District.
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