Best Schools in Bristow, Virginia
9 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Bristow by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Piney Branch Elementary
Elementary · Prince William County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
E.h. Marsteller Middle
Middle · Prince William County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Cedar Point Elementary
Elementary · Prince William County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Bristow for 2026 are Piney Branch Elementary (7.6/10), E.h. Marsteller Middle (7.5/10), and Cedar Point Elementary (7.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
9
6 public · 3 private
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$585,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
9
6 public · 3 private
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$585,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Bristow
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 rated schools; 9 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Piney Branch Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | E.h. Marsteller Middle | 7.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Cedar Point Elementary | 7.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Bristow Run Elementary | 6.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Victory Elementary | 6.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Chris Yung Elementary | 5.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $178,098
- Median home value
- $585,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 56%
- Avg commute
- 40 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 92%
63% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Bristow compares
Virginia rank
#50 of 185
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.8
above Virginia avg (6.2)
Median household income
$178k
203% of Virginia median
Schools in this city
8
Prince William County Public Schools runs Bristow's public schools
6 public schools. Prince William County Public Schools is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Bristow is a Prince William County Public Schools school (6 of 6).
Among 6 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.4 to 7.6 — the spread is inside Bristow, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Bristow, Virginia
Bristow, Virginia is home to 9 schools, including 6 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Bristow perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Bristow is Youth for Tomorrow with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bristow is served by 1 school district: Prince William County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 90,550 students.
Bristow's community shows 56% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $178,098. The poverty rate in the area is 1.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 777 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 | ||
| 2 | 510 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.1 | ||
| 3 | 595 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.8 | ||
| 4 | 657 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.4 | ||
| 5 | 778 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.4 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Linton Hall SchoolPrivate 216 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Bristow Montessori SchoolPrivate 24 students · Pre-K–3rd | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,182 students · 6th–8th | 7.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Youth for TomorrowPrivate 30 students · 7th–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Bristow
Bristow, Virginia · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$178,098
Median Home Value
$585,500
Median Rent
$2,872/mo
Population
31,204
College Educated
56%
Homeownership
92%
Avg Commute
40 min
Poverty Rate
1.2%
Community Profile
Bristow has a median household income of $178,098. It is a well-educated community where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $585,500, with a median rent of $2,872/month. The local poverty rate of 1.2% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 40 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Virginia
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Bristow, Virginia
How many schools are in Bristow, Virginia?
Bristow has 9 schools, including 6 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bristow, Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bristow is 7.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Bristow, Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Bristow on MySchoolScout is Piney Branch Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bristow, Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bristow on MySchoolScout is Piney Branch Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Bristow, Virginia?
The top-ranked middle school in Bristow on MySchoolScout is E.h. Marsteller Middle with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Bristow, Virginia?
Bristow is served by 1 school district: Prince William County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Bristow, Virginia?
According to Census data, 56% of adults in Bristow have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bristow, Virginia?
The median household income in Bristow is approximately $178,098 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Bristow, Virginia?
Yes, Bristow has 3 private schools alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is Youth for Tomorrow with a score of 8.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bristow, Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bristow is 12.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bristow, Virginia?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Virginia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.