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Halley Elementary
Elementary School · Fairfax County Public Schools
8850 Cross Chase Circle, Fairfax Station, VA 22039
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,111 of 1,851
In Fairfax Station
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#134 of 199
Fairfax County Public Schools
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Halley Elementary
Elementary School in Fairfax Station · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Halley Elementary
Halley Elementary is a public elementary school in Fairfax Station, VA, part of Fairfax County Public Schools. Halley Elementary serves approximately 616 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Halley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,111 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Halley Elementary show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- VA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Halley Elementary — Students at Halley Elementary score 72% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 79%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 4.9/10.
How Halley Elementary Compares
See how Halley 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
8850 Cross Chase Circle, Fairfax Station, VA 22039
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Halley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Silverbrook Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sangster Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cherry Run Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Burke), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fairfax Station, see our Fairfax Station schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Silverbrook Elementary Fairfax Station | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| South County Middle Lorton | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| South County High Lorton | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Laurel Hill Elementary Lorton | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Newington Forest Elementary Springfield | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Rockledge Elementary Woodbridge | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Sangster Elementary Springfield | 2.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Lorton Station Elementary Lorton | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Antietam Elementary Woodbridge | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Occoquan Elementary Woodbridge | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Hunt Valley Elementary Springfield | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Orange Hunt Elementary Springfield | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Saratoga Elementary Springfield | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| THE SPRINGS A MONTESSORI SCHOOL Springfield | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| CARDINAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Woodbridge | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Lake Ridge Middle Woodbridge | 3.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Woodbridge High Woodbridge | 3.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Cherry Run Elementary Burke | 3.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Lake Ridge Elementary Woodbridge | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Old Bridge Elementary Woodbridge | 3.4 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22039 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$973,800
Median Rent
$2,426/mo
Population
19,034
College Educated
78.1%
Homeownership
96.3%
Avg Commute
33.7 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Median Age
44.7
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Camelot Elementary Annandale, VA | 5.8 |
| Clara Byrd Baker Elementary Williamsburg, VA | 5.8 |
| Greenwood Mill Elementary Winchester, VA | 5.8 |
| Heritage Elementary Lynchburg, VA | 5.8 |
| Hermitage Elementary Virginia Beach, VA | 5.8 |
| Ingleside Elementary Norfolk, VA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Halley Elementary
What grades does Halley Elementary serve?
Halley Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Halley Elementary?
Halley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 616 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Halley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Halley Elementary is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Halley Elementary rank in VA?
Halley Elementary ranks #1,111 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Halley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Halley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Halley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Halley Elementary has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Halley Elementary a charter school?
No, Halley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Halley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Halley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Halley Elementary?
40.6% of students at Halley 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 616
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfax County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.6%
- Phone
- (703) 551-5700
Resources & Links
District
Fairfax County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 180,714
- Schools in District
- 223
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,975
- District Rank
- #134 of 199
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