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Fairfax Villa Elementary School

Public | PK-6 | 460 students

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Posted June 24, 2010

My oldest daughter just finished Kindergarten here and I'm incredibly happy with her teachers, the resources available, and the school in general. It is a jewel - great communication, great atmosphere, excellent academics, and many opportunities to excel. This little neighborhood school is an amazing place!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 21, 2009

I'm so pleased with Fairfax Villa Elementary. I feel well informed from the teachers and administration. The administration even sends our a weekly email to all parents--and it is always positive. The staff really knows each child. I'm always impressed how everyone understands my child's unique needs. It's amazing how my child has risen to the high expectations set forth by the professional staff. I never expected my child to be so successul. The Villa has truly been a blessing.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 7, 2009

Fairfax Villa is Fairfax County's biggest secret! It is a small elementary school tucked away in a beautiful neighborhood. The Principal , Mr.Mann is so patient and organized. He really knows what he's doing. The school runs so smoothly and everyone is so happy there. Everyone knows each other and looks out for each other. Kids respect the adults and more improtantly each other. It's a little school with a big heart. I love Fairfax Villa and so do my kids. Everyone of the staff members are very caring , smart, nice and perfect!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 8, 2008

I have a Kindergartner who loves the school and SACC is outstanding! We are truly thankful for this pearl among Fairfax County's schools.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 14, 2008

Great School. My daughter attended K-6. She is now in all honors classes in HS. My son now attends the Villa and is doing outstanding. Small well organized school. Active PTA. Would highly recommend.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 28, 2007

My children have been at Fairfax Villa for the past 2 years. I absolutely love the school! The community is very lucky to has such a small school with big expectations for kids. My children feel good about themselves and are thriving at the Villa. Great job Villa Staff!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 15, 2006

I love my children's school. The teachers make learning fun, yet expect everyone to work hard to learn everything they need to know. My kids love going to Fairfax Villa.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 13, 2006

Fairfax Villa is a wonderful school! We are very, very pleased with the teaching staff and administration! It's like our extended family. Great job!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 13, 2006

Fairfax Villa has quality programs, high academic expectations, and values student discipline. Students feel very safe and secure; while teachers are extremely nuturing and kind. We love our little school. Great job Fairfax Villa!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 11, 2005

The school is in chaos. Love, patience, education skill, nothing could be found here. It is full of racism and disqualified staffs. Was a good old school before 2004. Entering 2005, it is school parent should avoid to send kid to.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 17, 2005

Some inexperienced yet impatient staffs made this school running quite unprofessionally especially its SAAC program.
—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.

61 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
89%
History and Social Science

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

52 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
98%
Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

59 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
59%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
98%
Science

The state average for Science was 90% in 2012.

52 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
93%
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.

51 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
94%

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.

53 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
92%

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.

54 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
95%
English: Writing

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

47 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
87%

2008

 
 
95%
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.

41 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
100%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2012.

54 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
97%
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.

50 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
92%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 86% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 74% in 2012.

49 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
94%
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 Students89%
Female students94%
Male students81%
Black students90%
Asian students87%
Hispanic73%
White students95%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged81%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Students with disabilities100%
Students without disabilities86%
Limited English proficient students79%
Proficient in English97%
Not migrant89%

History and Social Science

All Students98%
Female students100%
Male students95%
Black studentsn/a
Asian students100%
Hispanicn/a
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities98%
Limited English proficient students95%
Proficient in English100%
Not migrant98%

Math

All Students59%
Female students58%
Male students62%
Black studentsn/a
Asian students87%
Hispanic10%
White students86%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged36%
Not economically disadvantaged76%
Students with disabilities70%
Students without disabilities57%
Limited English proficient students52%
Proficient in English66%
Not migrant59%

Science

All Students98%
Female students97%
Male students100%
Black studentsn/a
Asian students100%
Hispanicn/a
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities98%
Limited English proficient students100%
Proficient in English97%
Not migrant98%
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 Students98%
Female students100%
Male students96%
Black studentsn/a
Asian students100%
Hispanic90%
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged92%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Students with disabilities92%
Students without disabilities100%
Limited English proficient students95%
Proficient in English100%
Not migrant98%

History and Social Science

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

Math

All Students87%
Female students83%
Male students90%
Black studentsn/a
Asian students94%
Hispanic80%
White students85%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged64%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Students with disabilities69%
Students without disabilities93%
Limited English proficient students77%
Proficient in English94%
Not migrant87%
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 Students98%
Female students100%
Male students97%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged94%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Students with disabilities100%
Students without disabilities98%
Limited English proficient students91%
Proficient in English100%
Not migrant98%

English: Writing

All Students96%
Female students100%
Male students91%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian studentsn/a
White students92%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged100%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities100%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English95%
Not migrant96%

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 Students73%
Female students80%
Male students67%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students76%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged67%
Not economically disadvantaged77%
Students with disabilities18%
Students without disabilities93%
Limited English proficient students60%
Proficient in English77%
Not migrant73%

Science

All Students89%
Female students84%
Male students93%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged81%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Students with disabilities67%
Students without disabilities95%
Limited English proficient students82%
Proficient in English91%
Not migrant89%
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 Students98%
Female students100%
Male students96%
Black studentsn/a
Asian students100%
Hispanicn/a
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged100%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities100%
Limited English proficient students100%
Proficient in English97%
Not migrant98%

History and Social Science

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

Math

All Students94%
Female students90%
Male students97%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged91%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities98%
Limited English proficient students92%
Proficient in English95%
Not migrant94%
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 50% 57%
Asian/Pacific Islander 28% 6%
Black 13% 26%
Hispanic 9% 9%
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 24%N/A33%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 15N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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10900 Santa Clara Dr
Fairfax, VA 22030
Phone: (703) 267-2800

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