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Clearview Elementary

Elementary School · Fairfax County Public Schools

12635 Builders Rd, Herndon, VA 20170

Enrollment

627

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#1,233 of 1,851

In Herndon

#10 of 14

public schools

In district

#141 of 199

Fairfax County Public Schools

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Clearview Elementary

5.4/10

Elementary School in Herndon · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.1/10

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About Clearview Elementary

Clearview Elementary is a public elementary school in Herndon, VA, part of Fairfax County Public Schools. Clearview Elementary serves approximately 627 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Clearview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,233 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Clearview Elementary show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • VA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg-5.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.7 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)76% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected-9.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,975
Chronic Absenteeism17.1%

Clearview Elementary — Students at Clearview Elementary score 66% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 76%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
70.0% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 72.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
72.3% (2025 SOL)

Based on 36 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
78%
2017
ELA
72%
2018
Math
81%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
81%
ELA
69%
2020*
Math
53%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
62%
2025
Math
69.8%
ELA
64.8%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Clearview Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
33th percentile in VA
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.1%

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

12635 Builders Rd, Herndon, VA 20170

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clearview Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McNair Upper Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Armstrong Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Reston), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sterling Elementary (rated 5.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Sterling), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Herndon, see our Herndon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Herndon 0.8 mi 5.1
Forest Grove Elementary Sterling 0.7 mi 4.7
DULLES MONTESSORI SCHOOL Herndon 0.8 mi
Dranesville Elementary Herndon 0.9 mi 5.5
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF HERNDON Herndon 0.7 mi
TEMPLE BAPTIST SCHOOL Herndon 0.8 mi 8.1
Sully Elementary Sterling 1.0 mi 3.2
Herndon Middle Herndon 1.1 mi 4.5
Herndon Elementary Herndon 0.9 mi 2.6
Herndon High Herndon 0.9 mi 6.1
Sterling Middle Sterling 1.4 mi 3.9
MONTESSORI COUNTRY SCHOOL Herndon 1.6 mi
Hutchison Elementary Herndon 1.8 mi 3.3
Sterling Elementary Sterling 1.9 mi 5.6
Guilford Elementary Sterling 1.8 mi 3.2
Rolling Ridge Elementary Sterling 2.2 mi 4.2
Armstrong Elementary Reston 1.8 mi 6.4
Park View High Sterling 2.2 mi 6.8
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT HERNDON Herndon 2.3 mi
McNair Upper Elementary Herndon 2.6 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20170 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$157,875

Median Home Value

$625,600

Median Rent

$2,224/mo

Population

43,372

College Educated

56.6%

Homeownership

69.1%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

35.9

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School Rating
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Bel Air Elementary Woodbridge, VA 5.4
Bennett Elementary Manassas, VA 5.4
Cassell Elementary Waynesboro, VA 5.4
Chris Yung Elementary Bristow, VA 5.4
Creekside Elementary Suffolk, VA 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clearview Elementary

What grades does Clearview Elementary serve?

Clearview Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Clearview Elementary?

Clearview Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 627 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clearview Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Clearview Elementary is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clearview Elementary rank in VA?

Clearview Elementary ranks #1,233 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Clearview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Clearview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Clearview Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clearview Elementary has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Clearview Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Clearview Elementary a Title I school?

No, Clearview Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clearview Elementary?

53.3% of students at Clearview 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
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
627
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fairfax County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.1%

District

Fairfax County Public Schools
District Enrollment
180,714
Schools in District
223
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,975
District Rank
#141 of 199

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