Very Good
#382 of 1,851 schools in VA
Top 21% in state
J.w. Alvey Elementary
Elementary School · Prince William County Public Schools
5300 Waverly Farm Dr., Haymarket, VA 20169
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#382 of 1,851
In Haymarket
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#10 of 94
Prince William County Public Schools
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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J.w. Alvey Elementary
Elementary School in Haymarket · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About J.w. Alvey Elementary
J.w. Alvey Elementary is a public elementary school in Haymarket, VA, part of Prince William County Public Schools. J.w.
Alvey Elementary serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. J.w. Alvey Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #382 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for J.w. Alvey Elementary show 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- VA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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J.w. Alvey Elementary — Students at J.w. Alvey Elementary score 91% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 88%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 33 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: 8.9/10.
How J.w. Alvey Elementary Compares
See how J.w. Alvey 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
5300 Waverly Farm Dr., Haymarket, VA 20169
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering J.w. Alvey Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glenkirk Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Gainesville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Haymarket Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LAKE MANASSAS ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Gainesville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Haymarket, see our Haymarket schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ronald Wilson Reagan Middle Haymarket | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Samuel L. Gravely Jr. Elementary Haymarket | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Battlefield High Haymarket | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Mountain View Elementary Haymarket | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Haymarket Elementary Haymarket | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| HAYMARKET BAPTIST CHURCH PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Haymarket | 2.5 mi | 2.3 |
| Buckland Mills Elementary Gainesville | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| George G. Tyler Elementary Gainesville | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Bull Run Middle Gainesville | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
| LAKE MANASSAS ACADEMY Gainesville | 4.1 mi | 7.7 |
| WINWOOD CHILDRENS CENTER Gainesville | 4.7 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI OF GAINESVILLE - CASA DEI BAMBINI Gainesville | 5.4 mi | — |
| Gainesville Middle Gainesville | 5.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Glenkirk Elementary Gainesville | 5.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Gainesville High Gainesville | 5.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Piney Branch Elementary Bristow | 5.7 mi | 7.6 |
| C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary New Baltimore | 6.0 mi | 6.5 |
| ST MICHAELS ACADEMY Warrenton | 6.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ST MICHAEL'S ACADEMY Warrenton | 6.8 mi | 4.8 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF WARRENTON VIRGINIA Warrenton | 6.9 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20169 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$198,317
Median Home Value
$676,600
Median Rent
$2,809/mo
Population
28,696
College Educated
63.1%
Homeownership
93.2%
Avg Commute
39.1 min
Poverty Rate
2%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Albert W. Patrick III Elementary Hampton, VA | 7.9 |
| Arcola Elementary Aldie, VA | 7.9 |
| Buckingham Co Elementary Dillwyn, VA | 7.9 |
| Fairview Elementary Fairfax Station, VA | 7.9 |
| Flat Rock Elementary Powhatan, VA | 7.9 |
| Hunt Valley Elementary Springfield, VA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about J.w. Alvey Elementary
What grades does J.w. Alvey Elementary serve?
J.w. Alvey Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend J.w. Alvey Elementary?
J.w. Alvey Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at J.w. Alvey Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at J.w. Alvey Elementary is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does J.w. Alvey Elementary rank in VA?
J.w. Alvey Elementary ranks #382 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is J.w. Alvey Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
J.w. Alvey Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 J.w. Alvey Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, J.w. Alvey Elementary has 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is J.w. Alvey Elementary a charter school?
No, J.w. Alvey Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is J.w. Alvey Elementary a Title I school?
No, J.w. Alvey Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for J.w. Alvey Elementary?
8.6% of students at J.w. Alvey 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 570
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince William County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.0%
- Phone
- (571) 261-2556
Resources & Links
District
Prince William County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 90,550
- Schools in District
- 99
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,373
- District Rank
- #10 of 94
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