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Maury Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 424 students

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Posted January 26, 2011

This is our third year at Maury and we are very happy. It is a very nice school community and active parents who work to provide access to programs for all students. All of the teachers we have had so far have been very good and the school has a very positive culture. My daughter loves it.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 23, 2010

My goodness this site is out of date! Makes me question the validity of the other school ratings. Maury is an amazing school. You cannot walk in the door without feeling the tremendous love and enthusiam these teachers and staff pour into the kids. My daughter cries on days she is sick because she wants to be at school. Go to the play ground any evening and you will find highly educated, professionals who send their kids here instead of the local expensive private schools. The PTA organizes an incredible array of enrichment activities after school and the Campagna Center conducts on-site after school care there. We move this summer--so sad to leave Maury!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 23, 2010

I actually opted IN to Maury and it was the best decision we ever made. It truly is a community, not just a school. Ms. Jackson is a beloved principal, by staff, students and parents alike! My daughter is in her fourth year there and each year we are happier than the one before.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 23, 2010

My daughter transferred to Maury in first grade, and the instructional level has been significantly higher than in the private school she first attended. The atmosphere is perfect. The school is exceptionally warm and loving, and yet also well-structured. The students know the high expectations the school has for them; the fact that they also feel loved inspires them to strive and achieve. Parents are incredibly supportive of each other, as well as of the school. The Talented and Gifted teacher is incredible. I highly recommend Maury.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 23, 2010

I love this school and so do my kids. They have been here since K and have learned so easily and enthusiastically. The principal Ms. Jackson is full of positive energy and love for the kids it creates an amazing atmosphere. All the teachers are great. I am thrilled my kids are going to Maury!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 2, 2008

This is a terrific little school. It fell on bad times a few years back, and the test scores reported on this site are still a bit out of date, but don't let that mislead you. It's got a dedicated principal, energetic and talented teachers, and a terrific parent community. it's diverse, happy, and all in all just a great, old-fashioned, neighborhood school. We live a few blocks away and on any given nice afternoon, many of the neighborhood children and their parents can be found at the school playground or the adjacent park. A warm, friendly feeling. The children learn-- my kindergartner was reading well by the end of the year-- but it is not unpleasantly competititve-- low key, but good.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 5, 2008

Maury elementary school has exceeded all of our expectations. The principal and the staff are passionate about making Maury a wonderful-learning experience for every child. The PTA is very active and host many after-school and evening activities such as chapter book readings, chess club, yoga, game night, movies and several other fun events. Also there are two quality after school programs on-site.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 7, 2007

This public school has uniforms, an incredibly accomplished and loving principal and dedicated staff. We are sending our daughter here for the full five years. Wouldn't dream of sending her elsewhere. If you have doubts about sending your child to a public school, go for a tour and see how great it is for yourself before jumping to conclusions.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 9, 2005

I was a teacher at Maury a couple of years ago. Maury is a very neglected school with a lot of potential. I feel truly blessed to have worked with such professional teachers who truly cared about the kids. They had high expectations and truly went 'the extra mile' for the children. I hope that Maury continues to improve! - Kent Kolb
—Submitted by Kent Kolb, a teacher


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.

56 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
85%

2008

 
 
92%
History and Social Science

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

56 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
92%
Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

55 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
62%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
88%
Science

The state average for Science was 90% in 2012.

55 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
81%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
82%

2008

 
 
88%
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.

60 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
63%
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.

59 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
83%
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.

55 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
78%
English: Writing

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

56 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
68%

2008

 
 
63%
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.

43 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
80%

2008

 
 
65%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2012.

54 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
80%

2008

 
 
75%
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 Students73%
Female students75%
Male students70%
Black students41%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students92%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged50%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Students with disabilities57%
Students without disabilities79%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English72%
Not migrant73%

History and Social Science

All Students82%
Female students81%
Male students85%
Black students55%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged63%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Students with disabilities57%
Students without disabilities90%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English82%
Not migrant82%

Math

All Students62%
Female students66%
Male students55%
Black students27%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students80%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged35%
Not economically disadvantaged81%
Students with disabilities46%
Students without disabilities67%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English61%
Not migrant62%

Science

All Students84%
Female students78%
Male students95%
Black students70%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students96%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged67%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Students with disabilities54%
Students without disabilities93%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English85%
Not migrant84%
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 Students90%
Female students94%
Male students85%
Black students74%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students97%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged76%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities96%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English90%
Not migrant90%

History and Social Science

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

Math

All Students73%
Female students78%
Male students67%
Black students53%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students88%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged38%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities81%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English75%
Not migrant73%
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 Students87%
Female students91%
Male students85%
Black students65%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged61%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Students with disabilities62%
Students without disabilities95%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English87%
Not migrant87%

English: Writing

All Students84%
Female students91%
Male students79%
Black students70%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian studentsn/a
White students96%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged67%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Students with disabilities38%
Students without disabilities98%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English85%
Not migrant84%

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 Students79%
Female students83%
Male students76%
Black students58%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged53%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Students with disabilities54%
Students without disabilities90%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English81%
Not migrant79%

Science

All Students85%
Female students86%
Male students85%
Black students63%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged59%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Students with disabilities62%
Students without disabilities93%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English87%
Not migrant85%
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

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 48% 57%
Black 43% 26%
Hispanic 8% 9%
Asian/Pacific Islander 1% 6%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 44%N/A33%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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600 Russell Rd
Alexandria, VA 22301
Phone: (703) 706-4440

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