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Ashlawn Elementary School

5950 N. 8th Road
Arlington, VA 22205
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 529 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ashlawn Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 529 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 20% in VA
  • : 85% (Top 20%)
  • : 83% (Top 20%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Ashlawn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

Ashlawn Elementary School's student population of 529 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Ashlawn Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashlawn Elementary School is 0.61, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#213 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
85%
68%
(20-21)
83%
69%
(20-21)
65-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
8%
Hispanic
23%
19%
Black
3%
22%
White
57%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.61
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ashlawn Elementary School's ranking?
Ashlawn Elementary School is ranked #213 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Ashlawn Elementary School often compared to?
Ashlawn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arlington Traditional, Cardinal Elementary School, Innovation Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Ashlawn Elementary School?
529 students attend Ashlawn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Ashlawn Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashlawn Elementary School?
Ashlawn Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ashlawn Elementary School offer ?
Ashlawn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ashlawn Elementary School part of?
Ashlawn Elementary School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Ashlawn Elementary School located?
Ashlawn Elementary School is located in the Boulevard Manor neighborhood of Arlington, VA.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 529 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 85% (Top 20%)
  • : 83% (Top 20%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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