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Long Branch Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 506 students

 
 
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Posted Thursday, June 13, 2013

Long Branch is an excellent school. Our son has done very well at this school which is run by an outstanding Principal. Parents, teachers, and the community collaborate to make this one of the best schools in the area.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 5, 2013

Long Branch is an exceptional school. It's got a remarkably effective principal who attracts and retains and extraordinarily talented and dedicated staff. What's best for the kids gets put first at Long Branch. I feel so fortunate to have had my kids get their start here. It's an exceptional school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 4, 2013

Average rating for a public school. Teachers, counselor, principal try, but it doesn't quite make it, especially for the gifted.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 4, 2013

We tried Long Branch. It worked okay for a while. There were some cliques and some sneaky physical type bullying. The school tried to be responsive, but it just kept coming back. The teacher seemed a little insecure about her own education and was very reactionary (with yelling, etc.). Maybe it just wasn't for us.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 4, 2010

My daughter started Kindergarten at Long Branch this year and I cannot be happier with her teacher, all the other art, music, and word study teachers as well as the principal and parent involvement. This school is very diverse with students from all over the world, and is a great place to foster growth and understanding. My daughter loves this school and has come home using words such as elaborate which for a 5 year old is great. They have a big emphasis on vocabulary and reading and I truly notice that in the 4 months she is there, she has started to read better and better everyday. I also have a friend who has her son here in 5th grade and he has also had a great experience.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 16, 2007

We moved to the area for my daughter's 4th and 5th grade year. We didn't realize how far behind she was because of where we came from, but with the help of her teacher she is excelling and has much more confidence in her own abilities. She has also enjoyed being involved with the band and the various afterschool classes offered (for a fee) by the PTA. We are thrilled with my daghter's experience here!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 26, 2006

Can't say enough about it - came here as a Military parent -- never know what you'll find with each move -- very thankful we came to this community and school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 22, 2005

We can't give enough praise for what Long Branch Elementary has done for our child. An outstanding principal and quality teachers that care have laid the building blocks for our childs future. To Ms. Russo , Ms. Brenda Khan and the wonderful staff of Long Branh Elementary: thank you for bringing out the best in my child and giving him as well as many other children the encouragement and confidence they need in learning.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 2, 2004

Long Branch is a very special place. The staff and parents are very invested in creating an environment that fosters learning and exploration. The educators here are nothing short of spectacular. The student body is diverse yet cohesive.
—Submitted by Mary Smaragdis, a parent


Posted October 19, 2004

My son goes to Longbranch. We love this school. Exceptional principal and teachers with lots of community involvement and great and involved parents. The kids are nice, smart, and motivated to do well in school. I highly recommend it. Nice neighborhood also in which almost all the kids can walk to school.
—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.

81 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
87%

2008

 
 
98%
History and Social Science

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

81 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
97%
Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

81 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
87%

2008

 
 
95%
Science

The state average for Science was 90% in 2012.

81 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
95%
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.

73 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
90%
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.

73 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
89%

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 89% in 2012.

95 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
93%

2008

 
 
98%
English: Writing

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

94 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
86%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
98%
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.

92 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
93%

2008

 
 
93%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2012.

95 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
95%
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 Students94%
Female students95%
Male students93%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic86%
White students96%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged86%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Students with disabilities75%
Students without disabilities100%
Limited English proficient students88%
Proficient in English95%
Not migrant94%

History and Social Science

All Students89%
Female students92%
Male students86%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic86%
White students94%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged68%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Students with disabilities65%
Students without disabilities97%
Limited English proficient students76%
Proficient in English92%
Not migrant89%

Math

All Students83%
Female students92%
Male students74%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic64%
White students91%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged55%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Students with disabilities55%
Students without disabilities92%
Limited English proficient students65%
Proficient in English88%
Not migrant83%

Science

All Students93%
Female students100%
Male students86%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic71%
White students98%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged77%
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Students with disabilities75%
Students without disabilities98%
Limited English proficient students76%
Proficient in English97%
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

English: Reading

All Students95%
Female students97%
Male students92%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic82%
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged93%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Students with disabilities75%
Students without disabilities100%
Limited English proficient students92%
Proficient in English95%
Not migrant95%

History and Social Science

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

Math

All Students82%
Female students85%
Male students79%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic45%
White students93%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged43%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Students with disabilities56%
Students without disabilities89%
Limited English proficient students42%
Proficient in English90%
Not migrant82%
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 Students97%
Female students98%
Male students96%
Black students82%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic94%
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged92%
Not economically disadvantaged99%
Students with disabilities92%
Students without disabilities99%
Limited English proficient students96%
Proficient in English97%
Not migrant97%

English: Writing

All Students86%
Female students94%
Male students78%
Black students64%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic75%
American Indian studentsn/a
White students96%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged54%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Students with disabilities65%
Students without disabilities93%
Limited English proficient students63%
Proficient in English94%
Not migrant86%

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 students90%
Male students83%
Black students73%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic75%
White students95%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged61%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Students with disabilities58%
Students without disabilities97%
Limited English proficient students73%
Proficient in English91%
Not migrant87%

Science

All Students91%
Female students90%
Male students91%
Black students64%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic75%
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged63%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Students with disabilities67%
Students without disabilities99%
Limited English proficient students75%
Proficient in English96%
Not migrant91%
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 60% 57%
Hispanic 16% 9%
Black 15% 26%
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 27%N/A33%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

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33 N Fillmore St
Arlington, VA 22201
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