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#48 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 3% in state

Haycock Elementary

Elementary School · Fairfax County Public Schools

6616 Haycock Rd, Falls Church, VA 22043

Enrollment

829

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#48 of 1,851

In Falls Church

#1 of 26

public schools

In district

#4 of 199

Fairfax County Public Schools

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Haycock Elementary

9.1/10

Elementary School in Falls Church · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Longfellow Middle

8.6/10

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5.7/10

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About Haycock Elementary

Haycock Elementary is a public elementary school in Falls Church, VA, part of Fairfax County Public Schools. Haycock Elementary serves approximately 829 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Haycock Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #48 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Haycock Elementary show 96% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.6 pts above district
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.5
  • VA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency98% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency99% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+22.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.3 pts
Overall Proficiency99% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)89% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+9.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,975
Chronic Absenteeism5.3%

Haycock Elementary — Students at Haycock Elementary score 98% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 89%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

4.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 96.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
70.0% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 96.8% (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
99.5%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2013
Math
96%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
98%
ELA
97%
2015
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2016
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2017
ELA
94%
2018
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2019
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2020*
Math
91%
ELA
95%
2021*
Math
91%
ELA
95%
2025
Math
98%
ELA
98.6%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Haycock Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
9.1/10
98th percentile in VA
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
4%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.3%

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

6616 Haycock Rd, Falls Church, VA 22043

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Haycock Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nottingham Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Tuckahoe Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Arlington), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Kent Gardens Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Mclean), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Falls Church, see our Falls Church schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Longfellow Middle Falls Church 0.4 mi 8.6
Mount Daniel Elementary Falls Church 0.6 mi 5.7
BISHOP DENIS J. OCONNELL HIGH SCHOOL Arlington 0.9 mi 5.9
ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Falls Church 1.1 mi 5.8
Kent Gardens Elementary Mclean 1.2 mi 9.1
ACTON ACADEMY FALLS CHURCH Falls Church 1.2 mi
BROOKSFIELD SCHOOL Mclean 1.1 mi
Tuckahoe Elementary Arlington 1.1 mi 9.2
Meridian High Falls Church 1.1 mi 8.9
Mary Ellen Henderson Middle Falls Church 1.1 mi 8.4
Lemon Road Elementary Falls Church 1.1 mi 8.0
Nottingham Elementary Arlington 1.2 mi 9.5
Oak Street Elementary Falls Church 1.5 mi 7.8
McLean High Mclean 1.5 mi 9.0
FALLS CHURCH EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Falls Church 1.6 mi
Chesterbrook Elementary Mclean 1.4 mi 8.4
ST JOHN THE BELOVED ACADEMY Mclean 1.6 mi 7.7
Jessie Thackrey Preschool Falls Church 1.7 mi 5.4
Discovery Elementary Arlington 1.5 mi 9.1
Williamsburg Middle Arlington 1.5 mi 9.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$143,836

Median Home Value

$868,600

Median Rent

$2,136/mo

Population

25,658

College Educated

69.1%

Homeownership

60.9%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

38.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Discovery Elementary Arlington, VA 9.1
Kent Gardens Elementary Mclean, VA 9.1
Union Primary Big Stone Gap, VA 9.1
Brownsville Elementary Crozet, VA 9.2
Colvin Run Elementary Vienna, VA 9.2
Forestville Elementary Great Falls, VA 9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Haycock Elementary

What grades does Haycock Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Haycock Elementary?

Haycock Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 829 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Haycock Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Haycock Elementary is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Haycock Elementary rank in VA?

Haycock Elementary ranks #48 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Haycock Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Haycock Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Haycock Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Haycock Elementary has 96% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Haycock Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Haycock Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

4.2% of students at Haycock 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
12 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
829
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
4.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Fairfax County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.3%

District

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

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