Forestdale Elementary

Forestdale Elementary serves 532 students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade in Springfield, Virginia, earning recognition as one of the top elementary schools in the state. With a ranking of #83 out of 1,856 Virginia elementary schools, placing it in the 96th percentile, the school demonstrates strong academic performance and receives a solid 7.3 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout. The school maintains an excellent student-teacher ratio of 11.6 to 1 with 46 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom.

This smaller class environment supports the diverse learning needs of students across all grade levels, from the youngest pre-kindergarten learners to sixth graders preparing for middle school. Forestdale Elementary sits in an established suburban community where families are deeply invested in education. The surrounding neighborhood reflects this commitment, with 45% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a median household income of $112,331.

The area's low poverty rate of 7.8% and median home values of $598,200 indicate a stable, family-oriented community. Located on Elder Avenue in the heart of Fairfax County, Forestdale Elementary benefits from being part of one of Virginia's most well-regarded school districts while serving a large suburban area that values educational excellence and community involvement.