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George P. Mullen Elementary

Elementary School · Prince William County Public Schools

8000 Rodes Dr, Manassas, VA 20109

Enrollment

662

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

3.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#1,734 of 1,851

In Manassas

#24 of 29

public schools

In district

#92 of 94

Prince William County Public Schools

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George P. Mullen Elementary

3.3/10

Elementary School in Manassas · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About George P. Mullen Elementary

George P. Mullen Elementary is a public elementary school in Manassas, VA, part of Prince William County Public Schools. George P.

Mullen Elementary serves approximately 662 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. George P. Mullen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,734 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for George P. Mullen Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares3.1 pts below district
  • This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.4
  • VA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg-10.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.7 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected-5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,373
Chronic Absenteeism28.1%

George P. Mullen Elementary — Students at George P. Mullen Elementary score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 68.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
73.5% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 66.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
72.2% (2025 SOL)

Based on 33 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
87%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
81%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
66%
2017
ELA
60%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2025
Math
63.3%
ELA
58.5%

* 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: 2.4/10.

How George P. Mullen Elementary Compares

See how George P. Mullen Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.3/10
6th percentile in VA
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.1%

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

8000 Rodes Dr, Manassas, VA 20109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George P. Mullen Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pennington Traditional (rated 8.2/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Victory Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Bristow), which scores notably higher. Additionally, C.A. Sinclair Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Manassas, see our Manassas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
MATTHEW'S CENTER FOR VISUAL LEARNING Manassas 0.9 mi
C.A. Sinclair Elementary Manassas 1.3 mi 6.1
Suella G. Ellis Elementary Manassas 1.7 mi 3.4
Unity Reed High Manassas 1.8 mi 4.8
Unity Braxton Middle Manassas 1.6 mi 3.4
West Gate Elementary Manassas 1.8 mi 3.1
MANASSAS ADVENTIST PREPARATORY SCHOOL Manassas 2.0 mi 5.5
Victory Elementary Bristow 2.4 mi 6.4
Chris Yung Elementary Bristow 2.3 mi 5.4
Sudley Elementary Manassas 2.5 mi 3.2
THE COMPASS SCHOOL OF MANASSAS Manassas 3.1 mi 4.6
GREATER MT CALVARY CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & ACADEMY Manassas 2.5 mi
Richard C. Haydon Elementary Manassas 2.7 mi 3.5
YOUTH FOR TOMORROW Bristow 3.3 mi 8.2
BRISTOW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bristow 2.9 mi
Loch Lomond Elementary Manassas 2.8 mi 5.9
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Manassas 3.2 mi 6.0
Pennington Traditional Manassas 3.3 mi 8.2
Jennie Dean Elementary Manassas 3.5 mi 4.9
George Carr Round Elementary Manassas 3.8 mi 2.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,966

Median Home Value

$411,700

Median Rent

$1,928/mo

Population

44,161

College Educated

35.1%

Homeownership

45.1%

Avg Commute

33.5 min

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

33.6

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Longdale Elementary Glen Allen, VA 3.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about George P. Mullen Elementary

What grades does George P. Mullen Elementary serve?

George P. Mullen Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend George P. Mullen Elementary?

George P. Mullen Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 662 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George P. Mullen Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at George P. Mullen Elementary is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does George P. Mullen Elementary rank in VA?

George P. Mullen Elementary ranks #1,734 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is George P. Mullen Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

George P. Mullen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 P. Mullen Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, George P. Mullen Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is George P. Mullen Elementary a charter school?

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

Is George P. Mullen Elementary a Title I school?

No, George P. Mullen Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George P. Mullen Elementary?

88.4% of students at George P. Mullen 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
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
662
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
88.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Prince William County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.1%

District

Prince William County Public Schools
District Enrollment
90,550
Schools in District
99
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,373
District Rank
#92 of 94

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