Very Good
#547 of 1,851 schools in VA
Top 30% in state
Margaret Brent Elementary
Elementary School · Stafford County Public Schools
2125 Mountain View Rd, Stafford, VA 22556
Enrollment
807
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
807
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#547 of 1,851
In Stafford
#3 of 21
public schools
In district
#3 of 32
Stafford County Public Schools
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Margaret Brent Elementary
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About Margaret Brent Elementary
Margaret Brent Elementary is a public elementary school in Stafford, VA, part of Stafford County Public Schools. Margaret Brent Elementary serves approximately 807 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Margaret Brent Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #547 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Margaret Brent Elementary show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 5.0
- VA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Margaret Brent Elementary — Students at Margaret Brent Elementary score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 84%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24%
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 Margaret Brent Elementary Compares
See how Margaret Brent 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
2125 Mountain View Rd, Stafford, VA 22556
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Margaret Brent Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hartwood Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Hartwood), with a comparable rating. Another option is Winding Creek Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Rockhill Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Stafford, see our Stafford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain View High Stafford | 0.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Andrew G. Wright Middle Stafford | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Garrisonville Elementary Stafford | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Rockhill Elementary Stafford | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| North Star Early Childhood Education Center Stafford | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Rodney E. Thompson Middle Stafford | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| RED APPLE SCHOOL INC Stafford | 2.0 mi | — |
| North Stafford High Stafford | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Winding Creek Elementary Stafford | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Park Ridge Elementary Stafford | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Colonial Forge High Stafford | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| MINNIELAND PRIVATE DAY SCHOOL Stafford | 2.8 mi | — |
| H.H. Poole Middle Stafford | 3.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Kate Waller Barrett Elementary Stafford | 3.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Hampton Oaks Elementary Stafford | 4.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Anne E. Moncure Elementary Stafford | 4.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Anthony Burns Elementary Stafford | 4.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Hartwood Elementary Hartwood | 5.5 mi | 6.6 |
| T. Benton Gayle Middle Fredericksburg | 6.5 mi | 5.2 |
| GRACE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Stafford | 5.3 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22556 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,713
Median Home Value
$453,700
Median Rent
$1,765/mo
Population
31,783
College Educated
36.6%
Homeownership
78.6%
Avg Commute
38.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
34.8
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bonnie Brae Elementary Fairfax, VA | 7.5 |
| Buckland Mills Elementary Gainesville, VA | 7.5 |
| Butts Road Intermediate Chesapeake, VA | 7.5 |
| Cardinal Ridge Elementary Centreville, VA | 7.5 |
| Island Creek Elementary Alexandria, VA | 7.5 |
| Larrymore Elementary Norfolk, VA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Margaret Brent Elementary
What grades does Margaret Brent Elementary serve?
Margaret Brent Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Margaret Brent Elementary?
Margaret Brent Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 807 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Margaret Brent Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Margaret Brent Elementary is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Margaret Brent Elementary rank in VA?
Margaret Brent Elementary ranks #547 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Margaret Brent Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Margaret Brent Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Margaret Brent Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Margaret Brent Elementary has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Margaret Brent Elementary a charter school?
No, Margaret Brent Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Margaret Brent Elementary a Title I school?
No, Margaret Brent Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Margaret Brent Elementary?
24.0% of students at Margaret Brent 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 807
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Stafford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.1%
- Phone
- (540) 658-6790
Resources & Links
District
Stafford County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 31,547
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,431
- District Rank
- #3 of 32
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