Very Good
#720 of 1,851 schools in VA
Top 39% in state
George G. Tyler Elementary
Elementary School · Prince William County Public Schools
14500 John Marshall Hwy, Gainesville, VA 20155
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#720 of 1,851
In Gainesville
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#31 of 94
Prince William County Public Schools
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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George G. Tyler Elementary
Elementary School in Gainesville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About George G. Tyler Elementary
George G. Tyler Elementary is a public elementary school in Gainesville, VA, part of Prince William County Public Schools. George G.
Tyler Elementary serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. George G. Tyler Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #720 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for George G. Tyler Elementary show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- VA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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George G. Tyler Elementary — Students at George G. Tyler Elementary score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 81%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.8/10.
How George G. Tyler Elementary Compares
See how George G. Tyler Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
14500 John Marshall Hwy, Gainesville, VA 20155
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George G. Tyler Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glenkirk Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Haymarket Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Haymarket), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J.W. Alvey Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Haymarket), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gainesville, see our Gainesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HAYMARKET BAPTIST CHURCH PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Haymarket | 0.7 mi | 2.3 |
| Buckland Mills Elementary Gainesville | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| LAKE MANASSAS ACADEMY Gainesville | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Bull Run Middle Gainesville | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| WINWOOD CHILDRENS CENTER Gainesville | 1.6 mi | — |
| Haymarket Elementary Haymarket | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Mountain View Elementary Haymarket | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Gainesville Middle Gainesville | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Gainesville High Gainesville | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| MONTESSORI OF GAINESVILLE - CASA DEI BAMBINI Gainesville | 2.5 mi | — |
| Glenkirk Elementary Gainesville | 2.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Battlefield High Haymarket | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Piney Branch Elementary Bristow | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| J.W. Alvey Elementary Haymarket | 3.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Bristow Run Elementary Bristow | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Ronald Wilson Reagan Middle Haymarket | 3.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Samuel L. Gravely Jr. Elementary Haymarket | 3.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Chris Yung Elementary Bristow | 3.4 mi | 5.4 |
| BRISTOW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bristow | 4.0 mi | — |
| E.H. Marsteller Middle Bristow | 5.2 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20155 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,531
Median Home Value
$630,400
Median Rent
$2,648/mo
Population
37,516
College Educated
55.4%
Homeownership
85.2%
Avg Commute
34.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
40.2
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clarksville Elementary Skipwith, VA | 7.0 |
| Coventry Elementary Yorktown, VA | 7.0 |
| Elmont Elementary Ashland, VA | 7.0 |
| Featherstone Elementary Woodbridge, VA | 7.0 |
| Green Valley Elementary Roanoke, VA | 7.0 |
| J. Blaine Blayton Elementary Williamsburg, VA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George G. Tyler Elementary
What grades does George G. Tyler Elementary serve?
George G. Tyler Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend George G. Tyler Elementary?
George G. Tyler Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George G. Tyler Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at George G. Tyler Elementary is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does George G. Tyler Elementary rank in VA?
George G. Tyler Elementary ranks #720 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is George G. Tyler Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
George G. Tyler Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 George G. Tyler Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George G. Tyler Elementary has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is George G. Tyler Elementary a charter school?
No, George G. Tyler Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George G. Tyler Elementary a Title I school?
No, George G. Tyler Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George G. Tyler Elementary?
35.0% of students at George G. Tyler 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 468
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince William County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.1%
- Phone
- (703) 754-7181
Resources & Links
District
Prince William County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 90,550
- Schools in District
- 99
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,373
- District Rank
- #31 of 94
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