Very Good
#398 of 1,851 schools in VA
Top 21% in state
Belvedere Elementary
Elementary School · Fairfax County Public Schools
6540 Columbia Pike, Falls Church, VA 22041
Enrollment
628
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
628
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#398 of 1,851
In Falls Church
#6 of 26
public schools
In district
#68 of 199
Fairfax County Public Schools
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Belvedere Elementary
Elementary School in Falls Church · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Belvedere Elementary
Belvedere Elementary is a public elementary school in Falls Church, VA, part of Fairfax County Public Schools. Belvedere Elementary serves approximately 628 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Belvedere Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #398 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Belvedere Elementary show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- VA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Belvedere Elementary — Students at Belvedere Elementary score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.4/10.
How Belvedere Elementary Compares
See how Belvedere Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
6540 Columbia Pike, Falls Church, VA 22041
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belvedere Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PINECREST SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Annandale), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Annandale), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CONGRESSIONAL SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Falls Church, see our Falls Church schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE VILLAGE SCHOOL: AN ACTON ACADEMY Annandale | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Columbia Elementary Annandale | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Parklawn Elementary Alexandria | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Sleepy Hollow Elementary Falls Church | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Weyanoke Elementary Alexandria | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA Annandale | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Thomas Jefferson High for Science and Technology Alexandria | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| CONGRESSIONAL SCHOOL Falls Church | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Falls Church | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Holmes Middle Alexandria | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Poe Middle Annandale | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| PINECREST SCHOOL Annandale | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Justice High Falls Church | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| QUEEN OF APOSTLES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alexandria | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Bailey's Elementary School for the Arts and Sciences Falls Church | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Beech Tree Elementary Falls Church | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Mason Crest Elementary Annandale | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Glasgow Middle Alexandria | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Westlawn Elementary Falls Church | 1.8 mi | 3.2 |
| KENWOOD SCHOOL Annandale | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22041 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,075
Median Home Value
$432,800
Median Rent
$1,913/mo
Population
29,764
College Educated
47.1%
Homeownership
51.9%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
36.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chilhowie Elementary Chilhowie, VA | 7.8 |
| Cumberland Elementary Cumberland, VA | 7.8 |
| Fort Belvoir Upper Elementary Fort Belvoir, VA | 7.8 |
| Lyles-Crouch Elementary Alexandria, VA | 7.8 |
| Moss-Nuckols Elementary Louisa, VA | 7.8 |
| NYSMITH SCHOOL FOR THE GIFTED Herndon, VA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belvedere Elementary
What grades does Belvedere Elementary serve?
Belvedere Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Belvedere Elementary?
Belvedere Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 628 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belvedere Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Belvedere Elementary is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Belvedere Elementary rank in VA?
Belvedere Elementary ranks #398 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Belvedere Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Belvedere Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Belvedere Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Belvedere Elementary has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Belvedere Elementary a charter school?
No, Belvedere Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Belvedere Elementary a Title I school?
No, Belvedere Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belvedere Elementary?
47.9% of students at Belvedere 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 628
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfax County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.6%
- Phone
- (703) 916-6800
Resources & Links
District
Fairfax County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 180,714
- Schools in District
- 223
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,975
- District Rank
- #68 of 199
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