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C.a. Sinclair Elementary

Elementary School · Prince William County Public Schools

7801 Garner Dr, Manassas, VA 20109

Enrollment

673

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#1,021 of 1,851

In Manassas

#8 of 29

public schools

In district

#47 of 94

Prince William County Public Schools

Equity

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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C.a. Sinclair Elementary

6.1/10

Elementary School in Manassas · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About C.a. Sinclair Elementary

C.a. Sinclair Elementary is a public elementary school in Manassas, VA, part of Prince William County Public Schools. C.a.

Sinclair Elementary serves approximately 673 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. C.a. Sinclair Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,021 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for C.a. Sinclair Elementary show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • VA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency75% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+1.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.7 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+9.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,373
Chronic Absenteeism16%

C.a. Sinclair Elementary — Students at C.a. Sinclair Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
73.5% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 68.7% (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
87%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
74%
ELA
72%
2017
ELA
67%
2018
Math
85%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
85%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
46%
2025
Math
74.8%
ELA
72.5%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How C.a. Sinclair Elementary Compares

See how C.a. Sinclair Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in VA
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
5.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.0%

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

7801 Garner Dr, Manassas, VA 20109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering C.a. Sinclair Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pennington Traditional (rated 8.2/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Loch Lomond Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Manassas, see our Manassas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Unity Braxton Middle Manassas 0.4 mi 3.4
MATTHEW'S CENTER FOR VISUAL LEARNING Manassas 0.5 mi
West Gate Elementary Manassas 0.7 mi 3.1
MANASSAS ADVENTIST PREPARATORY SCHOOL Manassas 0.9 mi 5.5
Suella G. Ellis Elementary Manassas 1.4 mi 3.4
Sudley Elementary Manassas 1.2 mi 3.2
Unity Reed High Manassas 1.5 mi 4.8
GREATER MT CALVARY CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & ACADEMY Manassas 1.3 mi
George P. Mullen Elementary Manassas 1.3 mi 3.3
Loch Lomond Elementary Manassas 1.6 mi 5.9
Richard C. Haydon Elementary Manassas 1.9 mi 3.5
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Manassas 2.6 mi 6.0
Pennington Traditional Manassas 2.7 mi 8.2
THE COMPASS SCHOOL OF MANASSAS Manassas 3.1 mi 4.6
Manassas Park Elementary Manassas Park 2.4 mi 3.0
Weems Elementary Manassas 2.6 mi 3.0
Jennie Dean Elementary Manassas 3.1 mi 4.9
Yorkshire Elementary Manassas 2.6 mi 4.7
Bull Run Elementary Centreville 3.3 mi 5.3
Bull Run Early Childhood Resource Center Centreville 3.3 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,966

Median Home Value

$411,700

Median Rent

$1,928/mo

Population

44,161

College Educated

35.1%

Homeownership

45.1%

Avg Commute

33.5 min

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

33.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about C.a. Sinclair Elementary

What grades does C.a. Sinclair Elementary serve?

C.a. Sinclair Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend C.a. Sinclair Elementary?

C.a. Sinclair Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 673 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at C.a. Sinclair Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at C.a. Sinclair Elementary is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does C.a. Sinclair Elementary rank in VA?

C.a. Sinclair Elementary ranks #1,021 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is C.a. Sinclair Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

C.a. Sinclair Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 C.a. Sinclair Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, C.a. Sinclair Elementary has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is C.a. Sinclair Elementary a charter school?

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

Is C.a. Sinclair Elementary a Title I school?

No, C.a. Sinclair Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for C.a. Sinclair Elementary?

93.2% of students at C.a. Sinclair 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
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
673
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Prince William County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.0%

District

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

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