Excellent
#90 of 1,851 schools in VA
Top 5% in state
John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary
Elementary School · Loudoun County Public Schools
691 Potomac Station Dr NE, Leesburg, VA 20176
Enrollment
615
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
615
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#90 of 1,851
In Leesburg
#1 of 19
public schools
In district
#16 of 96
Loudoun County Public Schools
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary
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About John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary
John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary is a public elementary school in Leesburg, VA, part of Loudoun County Public Schools.
John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary serves approximately 615 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio.
John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #90 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- VA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary — Students at John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 83%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 34 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: 9.4/10.
How John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary Compares
See how John W. Tolbert Jr. 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
691 Potomac Station Dr NE, Leesburg, VA 20176
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Newton-Lee Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Ashburg), a more accessible option. Another option is Seldens Landing Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Ball's Bluff Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Leesburg, see our Leesburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Harper Park Middle Leesburg | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LEESBURG Leesburg | 1.2 mi | — |
| GODDARD SCHOOL OF LEESBURG Leesburg | 1.4 mi | — |
| Cool Spring Elementary Leesburg | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Seldens Landing Elementary Leesburg | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Ball's Bluff Elementary Leesburg | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Frederick Douglass Elementary Leesburg | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| FUSION ACADEMY LOUDOUN Leesburg | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Leesburg Elementary Leesburg | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Belmont Ridge Middle Leesburg | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Riverside High Leesburg | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| THE AURORA SCHOOL Leesburg | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Belmont Station Elementary Ashburn | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Frances Hazel Reid Elementary Leesburg | 2.7 mi | 3.6 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT BELMONT GREENE Ashburn | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Ashburn | 3.0 mi | — |
| Smart's Mill Middle Leesburg | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Newton-Lee Elementary Ashburg | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| J. Lupton Simpson Middle Leesburg | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Trailside Middle Ashburn | 3.1 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20176 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$166,870
Median Home Value
$702,400
Median Rent
$2,089/mo
Population
50,002
College Educated
58.9%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
38.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arlington Science Focus School Arlington, VA | 8.9 |
| Arlington Traditional Arlington, VA | 8.9 |
| Legacy Elementary Ashburn, VA | 8.9 |
| Stenwood Elementary Vienna, VA | 8.9 |
| Sussex Central Elementary Stony Creek, VA | 8.9 |
| Wise Primary Wise, VA | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary
What grades does John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary serve?
John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary?
John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 615 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John W. Tolbert Jr. 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 John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary rank in VA?
John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary ranks #90 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary a charter school?
No, John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary a Title I school?
No, John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary?
25.4% of students at John W. Tolbert Jr. 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 615
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Loudoun County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.9%
- Phone
- (571) 252-2870
Resources & Links
District
Loudoun County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 81,636
- Schools in District
- 100
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,934
- District Rank
- #16 of 96
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