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Cunningham Park Elementary

Elementary School · Fairfax County Public Schools

1001 Park St SE, Vienna, VA 22180

Enrollment

409

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#1,042 of 1,851

In Vienna

#13 of 15

public schools

In district

#126 of 199

Fairfax County Public Schools

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Cunningham Park Elementary

6.0/10

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

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7.2/10

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About Cunningham Park Elementary

Cunningham Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Vienna, VA, part of Fairfax County Public Schools. Cunningham Park Elementary serves approximately 409 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Cunningham Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,042 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Cunningham Park Elementary show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • VA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+0.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.7 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)81% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected-7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,975
Chronic Absenteeism12.5%

Cunningham Park Elementary — Students at Cunningham Park Elementary score 74% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 81%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 75.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
70.0% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 77.8% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
84%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
74%
ELA
77%
2017
ELA
72%
2018
Math
80%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
80%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
59%
ELA
73%
2021*
Math
59%
ELA
73%
2025
Math
73.5%
ELA
74%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Cunningham Park Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in VA
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

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

1001 Park St SE, Vienna, VA 22180

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cunningham Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stenwood Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wolftrap Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Archer Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Vienna, see our Vienna schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Thoreau Middle Vienna 0.6 mi 7.2
Vienna Elementary Vienna 1.0 mi 8.3
VIENNA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Vienna 0.9 mi 7.1
OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL SCHOOL Vienna 1.1 mi 5.9
PALM TREE SCHOOL Fairfax 1.3 mi 6.2
Marshall Road Elementary Vienna 1.1 mi 5.1
APPLETREE II SCHOOL Vienna 1.1 mi
Stenwood Elementary Vienna 1.2 mi 8.9
Fairhill Elementary Fairfax 1.6 mi 6.8
Dunn Loring Early Childhood Resource Center Dunn Loring 1.3 mi 5.5
GREEN HEDGES SCHOOL Vienna 1.4 mi 8.4
HOLLY BROOK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dunn Loring 1.4 mi
HOLY COMFORTER EPISCOPAL PRESCHOOL / KINDERGARTEN Vienna 1.8 mi
Kilmer Center Vienna 1.6 mi 6.1
Kilmer Middle Vienna 1.6 mi 7.1
Freedom Hill Elementary Vienna 1.7 mi 6.0
Archer Elementary Vienna 1.6 mi 8.5
Westbriar Elementary Vienna 2.0 mi 8.3
Madison High Vienna 1.6 mi 8.6
Wolftrap Elementary Vienna 1.9 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$181,467

Median Home Value

$916,900

Median Rent

$2,335/mo

Population

26,506

College Educated

76.1%

Homeownership

67.8%

Avg Commute

27.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

38

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cunningham Park Elementary

What grades does Cunningham Park Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Cunningham Park Elementary?

Cunningham Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 409 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cunningham Park Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Cunningham Park Elementary is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cunningham Park Elementary rank in VA?

Cunningham Park Elementary ranks #1,042 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Cunningham Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Cunningham Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Cunningham Park Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cunningham Park Elementary has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cunningham Park Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Cunningham Park Elementary a Title I school?

No, Cunningham Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

31.8% of students at Cunningham Park 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
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fairfax County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

District

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

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