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#765 of 1,851 schools in VA

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Floris Elementary

Elementary School · Fairfax County Public Schools

2708 Centreville Rd, Herndon, VA 20171

Enrollment

699

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#765 of 1,851

In Herndon

#7 of 14

public schools

In district

#100 of 199

Fairfax County Public Schools

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Floris Elementary

6.8/10

Elementary School in Herndon · 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 Floris Elementary

Floris Elementary is a public elementary school in Herndon, VA, part of Fairfax County Public Schools. Floris Elementary serves approximately 699 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Floris Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #765 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Floris Elementary show 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • VA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency84% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+10.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency83% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)87% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected-4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,975
Chronic Absenteeism13.9%

Floris Elementary — Students at Floris Elementary score 83% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 87%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

10.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 90.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
70.0% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 89.7% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
96%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
96%
ELA
94%
2015
Math
98%
ELA
96%
2016
Math
97%
ELA
95%
2017
ELA
93%
2018
Math
93%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
93%
ELA
87%
2020*
Math
83%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
83%
ELA
87%
2025
Math
86%
ELA
82.2%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Floris Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in VA
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
10%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

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

2708 Centreville Rd, Herndon, VA 20171

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Floris Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AL FATIH ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Reston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oak Hill Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McNair Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Herndon, see our Herndon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
KING ABDULLAH ACADEMY Herndon 0.5 mi 7.2
Carson Middle Herndon 0.6 mi 7.3
BERTHOLD ACADEMY FOR THE GIFTED AND TALENTED Herndon 0.8 mi
NYSMITH SCHOOL FOR THE GIFTED Herndon 0.8 mi 7.8
McNair Elementary Herndon 0.9 mi 8.2
McNair Upper Elementary Herndon 1.0 mi 8.1
Coates Elementary Herndon 1.2 mi 3.6
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT HERNDON Herndon 1.3 mi
Oak Hill Elementary Herndon 1.6 mi 8.4
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF CHANTILLY Chantilly 1.6 mi
Hutchison Elementary Herndon 1.8 mi 3.3
ST VERONICA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chantilly 1.9 mi 6.4
Franklin Middle Chantilly 2.0 mi 7.5
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FAIRFAX Chantilly 2.2 mi 8.1
Fox Mill Elementary Herndon 1.8 mi 8.2
MONTESSORI COUNTRY SCHOOL Herndon 2.3 mi
Herndon Middle Herndon 2.5 mi 4.5
DULLES MONTESSORI SCHOOL Herndon 2.8 mi
AL FATIH ACADEMY Reston 2.3 mi 8.7
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Herndon 2.8 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20171 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$166,154

Median Home Value

$770,200

Median Rent

$2,276/mo

Population

50,796

College Educated

73.8%

Homeownership

56.2%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

35.8

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Belmont Elementary Woodbridge, VA 6.8
Bristow Run Elementary Bristow, VA 6.8
Fairhill Elementary Fairfax, VA 6.8
Ghent K-8 Norfolk, VA 6.8
Hoffman-Boston Elementary Arlington, VA 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Floris Elementary

What grades does Floris Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Floris Elementary?

Floris Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 699 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Floris Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Floris Elementary is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Floris Elementary rank in VA?

Floris Elementary ranks #765 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Floris Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Floris Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Floris Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Floris Elementary has 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Floris Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Floris Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

10.3% of students at Floris 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
699
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
10.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fairfax County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

District

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

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