Excellent
#331 of 1,851 schools in VA
Top 18% in state
Lemon Road Elementary
Elementary School · Fairfax County Public Schools
7230 Idylwood Rd, Falls Church, VA 22043
Enrollment
577
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
577
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#331 of 1,851
In Falls Church
#5 of 26
public schools
In district
#58 of 199
Fairfax County Public Schools
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Lemon Road Elementary
Elementary School in Falls Church · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lemon Road Elementary
Lemon Road Elementary is a public elementary school in Falls Church, VA, part of Fairfax County Public Schools. Lemon Road Elementary serves approximately 577 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lemon Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #331 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Lemon Road Elementary show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.5
- VA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Lemon Road Elementary — Students at Lemon Road Elementary score 88% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 85%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.9%
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: 7.9/10.
How Lemon Road Elementary Compares
See how Lemon Road 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
7230 Idylwood Rd, Falls Church, VA 22043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lemon Road Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Haycock Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kent Gardens Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Mclean), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oak Street Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Falls Church, see our Falls Church schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Meridian High Falls Church | 0.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Mary Ellen Henderson Middle Falls Church | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| OAK HILL MONTESSORI LLC Falls Church | 0.7 mi | — |
| Mount Daniel Elementary Falls Church | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Pimmit Early Childhood Resource Center Falls Church | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Marshall High Falls Church | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Westgate Elementary Falls Church | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Shrevewood Elementary Falls Church | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Falls Church | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Longfellow Middle Falls Church | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Haycock Elementary Falls Church | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| McLean High Mclean | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Oak Street Elementary Falls Church | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| ACTON ACADEMY FALLS CHURCH Falls Church | 1.5 mi | — |
| Timber Lane Elementary Falls Church | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Kent Gardens Elementary Mclean | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| FUSION ACADEMY TY: TYSONS Vienna | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| THE LANGLEY SCHOOL Mclean | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Kilmer Center Vienna | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Kilmer Middle Vienna | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Greenfield Elementary North Chesterfield, VA | 8.0 |
| Honaker Elementary Honaker, VA | 8.0 |
| John B. Dey Elementary Virginia Beach, VA | 8.0 |
| John D. Jenkins Elementary Woodbridge, VA | 8.0 |
| Lee M. Waid Elementary Rocky Mount, VA | 8.0 |
| Lovettsville Elementary Lovettsville, VA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lemon Road Elementary
What grades does Lemon Road Elementary serve?
Lemon Road Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Lemon Road Elementary?
Lemon Road Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 577 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lemon Road Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lemon Road Elementary is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lemon Road Elementary rank in VA?
Lemon Road Elementary ranks #331 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Lemon Road Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lemon Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Lemon Road Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lemon Road Elementary has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lemon Road Elementary a charter school?
No, Lemon Road Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lemon Road Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lemon Road Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lemon Road Elementary?
17.9% of students at Lemon Road 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
- 577
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfax County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.5%
- Phone
- (703) 714-6400
Resources & Links
District
Fairfax County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 180,714
- Schools in District
- 223
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,975
- District Rank
- #58 of 199
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