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#96 of 1,850 schools in VA

Top 5% 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

8.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Falls Church

#1 of 26

public schools

Virginia elementary schools

#47 of 1,147

In district

#11 of 199

Fairfax County Public Schools

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Haycock Elementary

Haycock Elementary serves 829 students in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade in Falls Church, Virginia. As a regular public school, it earns a composite score of 8.9 out of 10 — rated Excellent — built on a 9.5 academic score and an 8.8 growth score. A student-teacher ratio of 15.6 to 1 keeps classes manageable, giving teachers room to track individual progress across a broad grade span.

The numbers place Haycock at the top of every relevant comparison. It ranks first among all 26 public schools in Falls Church and 55th out of 1,850 public schools statewide — outperforming 97% of Virginia schools. Within the elementary tier, the record holds: Haycock ranks 26th among 1,147 elementary schools in Virginia, a position very few neighborhood schools reach.

For Falls Church families weighing elementary options, the data is unambiguous. Haycock scores near the ceiling on both academic proficiency and student growth — two metrics that frequently diverge — making its 8.9 composite one of the strongest performance profiles in the state. Its standing is consistent across multiple levels of comparison, not just within the city.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.49 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.5Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency100%
Reading/ELA Proficiency99%
Math vs. State Avg+24.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.3 pts
Overall Proficiency100%
Expected (poverty-adj.)90%
vs. Expected+9.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment6.9Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,977

Haycock Elementary — Students at Haycock Elementary score 100% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 90%).

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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 97.1%
School
State
70.0%
ELA Proficiency 97.7%
School
State
72.3%

Based on 15 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2021*
Math
91%
ELA
95%
2025
Math
98.3%
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: 8.8/10.

How Haycock Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
95th percentile in VA
Academic
9.5/10
9.5/10
Growth
8.8/10
Above average
Environment
6.9/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
4%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers

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 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Discovery Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tuckahoe Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores slightly higher. 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 7.5
Mount Daniel Elementary Falls Church 0.6 mi 5.5
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 8.4
ACTON ACADEMY FALLS CHURCH Falls Church 1.2 mi
BROOKSFIELD SCHOOL Mclean 1.1 mi
Tuckahoe Elementary Arlington 1.1 mi 9.0
Meridian High Falls Church 1.1 mi 7.5
Mary Ellen Henderson Middle Falls Church 1.1 mi 5.8
Lemon Road Elementary Falls Church 1.1 mi 8.4
Nottingham Elementary Arlington 1.2 mi 9.3
Oak Street Elementary Falls Church 1.5 mi 4.9
McLean High Mclean 1.5 mi 8.8
FALLS CHURCH EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Falls Church 1.6 mi
Chesterbrook Elementary Mclean 1.4 mi 8.0
ST JOHN THE BELOVED ACADEMY Mclean 1.6 mi 7.7
Jessie Thackrey Preschool Falls Church 1.7 mi 7.2
Discovery Elementary Arlington 1.5 mi 9.2
Williamsburg Middle Arlington 1.5 mi 8.9

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Haycock Elementary has a median household income of $143,836. It is a well-educated community where 69% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $868,600, with a median rent of $2,136/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Cardinal Elementary Arlington, VA 8.6
Great Falls Elementary Great Falls, VA 8.6
Hutchison Farm Elementary South Riding, VA 8.6
Silverbrook Elementary Fairfax Station, VA 8.6
Southside STEM Academy at Campostella Norfolk, VA 8.6
Stratford Landing Elementary Alexandria, VA 8.6

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 is ranked #96 out of 1,850 schools in VA.

What is Haycock Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Haycock Elementary has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Haycock Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Haycock Elementary has 97.1% math proficiency and 97.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
City Safety
High (1,622/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Falls Church). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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