Very Good
#538 of 1,851 schools in VA
Top 29% in state
Buckland Mills Elementary
Elementary School · Prince William County Public Schools
10511 Wharfdale Place, Gainesville, VA 20155
Enrollment
757
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
757
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#538 of 1,851
In Gainesville
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#20 of 94
Prince William County Public Schools
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Buckland Mills Elementary
Buckland Mills Elementary is a public elementary school in Gainesville, VA, part of Prince William County Public Schools. Buckland Mills Elementary serves approximately 757 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Buckland Mills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #538 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Buckland Mills Elementary show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- VA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Buckland Mills Elementary — Students at Buckland Mills Elementary score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 82%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 33 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: 9.2/10.
How Buckland Mills Elementary Compares
See how Buckland Mills 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
10511 Wharfdale Place, Gainesville, VA 20155
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buckland Mills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glenkirk Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Haymarket Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Haymarket), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, J.W. Alvey Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Haymarket), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gainesville, see our Gainesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HAYMARKET BAPTIST CHURCH PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Haymarket | 0.9 mi | 2.3 |
| LAKE MANASSAS ACADEMY Gainesville | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| George G. Tyler Elementary Gainesville | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Haymarket Elementary Haymarket | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| WINWOOD CHILDRENS CENTER Gainesville | 1.8 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI OF GAINESVILLE - CASA DEI BAMBINI Gainesville | 2.2 mi | — |
| Glenkirk Elementary Gainesville | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Mountain View Elementary Haymarket | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Bull Run Middle Gainesville | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Gainesville Middle Gainesville | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Gainesville High Gainesville | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| J.W. Alvey Elementary Haymarket | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Battlefield High Haymarket | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Piney Branch Elementary Bristow | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Ronald Wilson Reagan Middle Haymarket | 3.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Bristow Run Elementary Bristow | 3.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Samuel L. Gravely Jr. Elementary Haymarket | 4.2 mi | 7.3 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF WARRENTON VIRGINIA Warrenton | 4.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Chris Yung Elementary Bristow | 3.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ST MICHAELS ACADEMY Warrenton | 4.4 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20155 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,531
Median Home Value
$630,400
Median Rent
$2,648/mo
Population
37,516
College Educated
55.4%
Homeownership
85.2%
Avg Commute
34.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ball's Bluff Elementary Leesburg, VA | 7.5 |
| Bonnie Brae Elementary Fairfax, VA | 7.5 |
| Butts Road Intermediate Chesapeake, VA | 7.5 |
| Cardinal Ridge Elementary Centreville, VA | 7.5 |
| Island Creek Elementary Alexandria, VA | 7.5 |
| Larrymore Elementary Norfolk, VA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buckland Mills Elementary
What grades does Buckland Mills Elementary serve?
Buckland Mills Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Buckland Mills Elementary?
Buckland Mills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 757 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buckland Mills Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Buckland Mills Elementary is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Buckland Mills Elementary rank in VA?
Buckland Mills Elementary ranks #538 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Buckland Mills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Buckland Mills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Buckland Mills Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Buckland Mills Elementary has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Buckland Mills Elementary a charter school?
No, Buckland Mills Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Buckland Mills Elementary a Title I school?
No, Buckland Mills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buckland Mills Elementary?
29.3% of students at Buckland Mills 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 757
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince William County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.8%
- Phone
- (703) 530-1560
Resources & Links
District
Prince William County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 90,550
- Schools in District
- 99
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,373
- District Rank
- #20 of 94
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