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Charles Barrett Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 403 students

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5 stars

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2010:
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Posted April 29, 2013

This is a fantastic school! My son transferred here in the third grade and he loves it. I never have to worry about him wanting to go to school. The Park and Rec. center is an added gem- well run, professional and fun for the child. I give the school a 5 out of 5!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 4, 2012

This little school is simply spectacular. The front-office is engaged and genuinely helpful, the faculty and staff are simply wonderful, and the parent community is highly supportive. The school environment is safe, but not in the sleepy sense. Our DC just graduated, and we will miss CBES more that I can possibly express -- we are very grateful to CBES.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 15, 2012

I am not sure what criteria this site uses to determine its rating, but Barrett is the only school in its division that met AYP. (out of 14 other schools.) It is a fantastic school with a diverse student body that is exceeding all our expectations.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 23, 2011

This is truly an amazing school. The principal is wonderful and the teachers are excellent. People here actually care about the kids. The extracurricular programs, PTA and after school recreation program are great. Many families from other areas are trying to get their children enrolled here. Academics are outstanding! I'm very happy to have my children in this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 10, 2011

I went to CBE from 1996 to 2002, and my younger sister went from 2000 to 2004. Out of all the schools I have gone to, Charles Barret is the clear winner in my book. My second grade teacher is part of the reason I want to work with kids one day. I was bullied a lot in school, but staff members here make an effort to show kids they care- which is more than I can say about other schools in the area!


Posted August 19, 2010

Strong academics, enrichment programs, and great facilities. The new principal is amazing. My kids love it there!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 26, 2009

I do not understand this rating score of a 3. I am moving and looking at new schools and would never send my child to a '3' school. However, my daughter has been at Charles Barrett since 2nd grade and it is a wonderful school! The teachers and other staff are amazing. My daughter has struggled through each grade and every teacher has been very involved in finding out what works for her. The parent involvement is outstanding and everyone knows everyone. There arent' any safety issues and it is a small school which I love!! I only wish my son would be able to attend Charles Barrett, we will truly miss everyone!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 13, 2006

This is our first year at this school and my daughter just loves it. As her parents we are also very happy with all the teachers and staff. The students are also lovely, well mannered children. We have nothing but positive things to say about this school. We love that it's small and so hands on. Any family would be lucky to be a part of this community. I can definitely tell the difference from her previous school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 27, 2006

We moved to Alexandria from Anne Arundel County when my children were in 2nd and 3rd grades. Luckily my children ended up going to Charles Barrett. I can not say enough good things regarding this school. The staff of this tiny school care so deeply about each and every one of the children that walk through those doors. The children in turn love the staff and come to school wanting to learn. I was so impressed that Mrs. Lawson takes the time to learn each child by name on sight. The education that my children received at Charles Barrett was so wonderful that it helped prepare them very well for middle school. One of my children is a special education student and the support that she received the years she was here was outstanding. They helped her so much. Thank you Charles Barrett!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 31, 2005

I am so impressed by this small school. Parents are involved, the community is involved the students love it and the teachers do too! We have really lucked out , and the tests scores prove it. Charles Barret is the best Elementary school in Northern Virginia.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 86% in 2012.

50 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
72%

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
85%

2008

 
 
83%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 87% in 2012.

51 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
78%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
90%
Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

51 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
57%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
86%
Science

The state average for Science was 90% in 2012.

52 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
86%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 88% in 2012.

56 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
80%

2008

 
 
81%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 84% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 70% in 2012.

54 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
54%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
68%

2008

 
 
81%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 89% in 2012.

45 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
84%
English: Writing

The state average for English: Writing was 87% in 2012.

44 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
84%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 89% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 67% in 2012.

39 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
77%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2012.

45 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
81%

2008

 
 
80%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

All Students72%
Female students71%
Male students74%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic43%
White students96%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged43%
Not economically disadvantaged83%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities83%
Limited English proficient students30%
Proficient in English83%
Not migrant72%

History and Social Science

All Students78%
Female students81%
Male students74%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic64%
White students96%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged43%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities90%
Limited English proficient students50%
Proficient in English85%
Not migrant78%

Math

All Students57%
Female students55%
Male students60%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic29%
White students88%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged21%
Not economically disadvantaged70%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities62%
Limited English proficient students20%
Proficient in English66%
Not migrant57%

Science

All Students77%
Female students79%
Male students74%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic60%
White students96%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged53%
Not economically disadvantaged86%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities88%
Limited English proficient students45%
Proficient in English85%
Not migrant77%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

All Students88%
Female students85%
Male students90%
Black students67%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students97%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged63%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Students with disabilities70%
Students without disabilities91%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English90%
Not migrant88%

History and Social Science

All Studentsn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Not migrantn/a

Math

All Students54%
Female students58%
Male students50%
Black students17%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students72%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged6%
Not economically disadvantaged78%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities62%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English62%
Not migrant54%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

All Students96%
Female students100%
Male students90%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic91%
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged93%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities97%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English95%
Not migrant96%

English: Writing

All Students91%
Female students92%
Male students90%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic82%
American Indian studentsn/a
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged71%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities92%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English92%
Not migrant91%

History and Social Science

All Studentsn/a
Male studentsn/a
Students identified as economically disadvantagedn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Not migrantn/a

Math

All Students87%
Female students92%
Male students80%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic73%
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged73%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities91%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English90%
Not migrant87%

Science

All Students93%
Female students96%
Male students90%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic82%
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged87%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities95%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English95%
Not migrant93%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".
  • In 2007-2008, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".

About the tests


Virginia school accreditation ratings reflect student achievement on Standards of Learning (SOL) tests and other assessments in English, history/social science, math and science. The 2009-2010 ratings are based on passing rates on tests taken during the 2008-2009 school year or on overall achievement during the three most recent years. Schools are identified as either Fully Accredited, Accredited with Warning, Conditionally Accredited or Accreditation Denied.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 55% 57%
Hispanic 25% 9%
Black 15% 26%
Asian/Pacific Islander 4% 6%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 27%N/A33%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 15N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher resources

Foreign languages spoken by school staff Arabic languages
French
Spanish
Read more about programs at this school
Source: Manually entered by a school official.

Special education / special needs

Specialized programs for specific types of special education students
  • Specific learning disabilities
  • Visual impairments

Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math (STEM)

Clubs
  • Gardening

Arts & music

Visual arts
  • Painting
Music
  • Band
  • Choir / Chorus
  • Orchestra
Performing and written arts
  • Dance
Media arts
  • Video / Film production
Clubs
  • Yearbook

Language learning

Foreign languages spoken by staff
  • Arabic languages
  • French
  • Spanish

Health & athletics

School facilities
  • Access to sports fields
  • Gym
Clubs
  • Gardening

Gifted & talented

Instructional and/or curriculum models used
  • Gifted / high performing
School leaders can update this information here.

School basics

Before school or after school care / program onsite
  • After school
School Leader's name
  • Mr. Seth Kennard
Best ways for parents to contact the school
  • Email
Is there an application process?
  • No
Fax number
  • (703) 379-3782

Programs

Instructional and/or curriculum models used

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  • Gifted / high performing
Specialized programs for specific types of special education students
  • Specific learning disabilities
  • Visual impairments

Resources

Foreign languages spoken by staff
  • Arabic languages
  • French
  • Spanish
Extra learning resources offered
  • Remediation
School facilities
  • Access to sports fields
  • Auditorium
  • Cafeteria
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Playground
School leaders can update this information here.

Arts & music

Visual arts
  • Painting
Music
  • Band
  • Choir / Chorus
  • Orchestra
Performing arts
  • Dance
Media arts
  • Video / Film production

Student clubs

Clubs (distinct from courses)
  • Gardening
  • Yearbook
School leaders can update this information here.

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1115 Martha Custis Dr
Alexandria, VA 22302
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Phone: (703) 824-6960

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