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A. Henderson Elementary

Elementary School · Prince William County Public Schools

3799 Waterway Dr, Dumfries, VA 22025

Enrollment

819

Student-Teacher

17.8:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#928 of 1,851

In Dumfries

#4 of 10

public schools

In district

#44 of 94

Prince William County Public Schools

Academic performance

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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A. Henderson Elementary

6.4/10

Elementary School in Dumfries · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About A. Henderson Elementary

A. Henderson Elementary is a public elementary school in Dumfries, VA, part of Prince William County Public Schools. A.

Henderson Elementary serves approximately 819 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. A. Henderson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #928 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for A. Henderson Elementary show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • VA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency83% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+9.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency83% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)81% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,373
Chronic Absenteeism14.9%

A. Henderson Elementary — Students at A. Henderson Elementary score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 81%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 84.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
73.5% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 84.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
72.2% (2025 SOL)

Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
89%
ELA
85%
2015
Math
91%
ELA
89%
2016
Math
90%
ELA
85%
2017
ELA
82%
2018
Math
89%
ELA
81%
2019
Math
89%
ELA
81%
2020*
Math
66%
ELA
80%
2021*
Math
66%
ELA
80%
2025
Math
82.5%
ELA
82.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.

How A. Henderson Elementary Compares

See how A. Henderson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in VA
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3799 Waterway Dr, Dumfries, VA 22025

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering A. Henderson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PRINCE WILLIAM ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Lake Ridge), which scores notably higher. Another option is John D. Jenkins Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Woodbridge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sonnie Penn Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Woodbridge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dumfries, see our Dumfries schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Springwoods Elementary Woodbridge 0.0 mi 5.9
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Woodbridge 0.4 mi 6.4
Westridge Elementary Woodbridge 0.5 mi 6.7
PRINCE WILLIAM ACADEMY Lake Ridge 0.6 mi 8.9
MIDDLETON ACADEMY Woodbridge 0.6 mi
MERIT SCHOOL LEARNING CENTER Woodbridge 1.0 mi
Lake Ridge Elementary Woodbridge 1.0 mi 5.4
John D. Jenkins Elementary Woodbridge 1.3 mi 8.0
Lake Ridge Middle Woodbridge 1.1 mi 6.1
Old Bridge Elementary Woodbridge 1.1 mi 7.7
Woodbridge High Woodbridge 1.3 mi 6.1
Kerrydale Elementary Woodbridge 1.6 mi 5.8
Antietam Elementary Woodbridge 1.6 mi 5.1
CLOVERDALE SCHOOL Woodbridge 2.2 mi
Minnieville Elementary Woodbridge 2.5 mi 7.6
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dale City 2.7 mi 6.5
Stuart M. Beville Middle Woodbridge 2.4 mi 4.9
Bel Air Elementary Woodbridge 2.8 mi 5.4
Sonnie Penn Elementary Woodbridge 2.4 mi 7.9
Gar-Field High Woodbridge 3.0 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$135,957

Median Home Value

$497,700

Median Rent

$2,205/mo

Population

18,934

College Educated

55.5%

Homeownership

86.8%

Avg Commute

40.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.4%

Median Age

38.7

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Clover Hill Elementary Midlothian, VA 6.4
Falling Branch Elementary Christiansburg, VA 6.4
Hayfield Elementary Alexandria, VA 6.4
O.B. Gates Elementary Chesterfield, VA 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about A. Henderson Elementary

What grades does A. Henderson Elementary serve?

A. Henderson Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend A. Henderson Elementary?

A. Henderson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 819 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at A. Henderson Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at A. Henderson Elementary is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does A. Henderson Elementary rank in VA?

A. Henderson Elementary ranks #928 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is A. Henderson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

A. Henderson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at A. Henderson Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, A. Henderson Elementary has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is A. Henderson Elementary a charter school?

No, A. Henderson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is A. Henderson Elementary a Title I school?

No, A. Henderson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A. Henderson Elementary?

34.7% of students at A. Henderson Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
819
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Prince William County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.9%

District

Prince William County Public Schools
District Enrollment
90,550
Schools in District
99
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,373
District Rank
#44 of 94

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