Serving 847 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Westbriar Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 93% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 847 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 93% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westbriar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Westbriar Elementary School's student population of 847 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
847 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Westbriar Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westbriar Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#16 out of 1792 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)89%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)93%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
38%
8%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
6%
22%
White
40%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Westbriar Elementary School's ranking?
Westbriar Elementary School is ranked #16 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Westbriar Elementary School often compared to?
Westbriar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wolftrap Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 93% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Westbriar Elementary School?
847 students attend Westbriar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Westbriar Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westbriar Elementary School?
Westbriar Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westbriar Elementary School offer ?
Westbriar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westbriar Elementary School part of?
Westbriar Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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