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#436 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 24% in state

Spring Hill Elementary

Elementary School · Fairfax County Public Schools

8201 Lewinsville Rd, Mclean, VA 22102

Enrollment

948

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#436 of 1,851

In Mclean

#8 of 8

public schools

In district

#73 of 199

Fairfax County Public Schools

Academic performance

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Spring Hill Elementary

7.7/10

Elementary School in Mclean · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Spring Hill Elementary

Spring Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in Mclean, VA, part of Fairfax County Public Schools. Spring Hill Elementary serves approximately 948 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #436 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Spring Hill Elementary show 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • VA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency92% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency90% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+16.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.3 pts
Overall Proficiency91% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)87% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,975
Chronic Absenteeism10.3%

Spring Hill Elementary — Students at Spring Hill Elementary score 91% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 87%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

11.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 93.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
70.0% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 93.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
72.3% (2025 SOL)

Based on 36 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
93%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2015
Math
96%
ELA
98%
2016
Math
95%
ELA
97%
2017
ELA
94%
2018
Math
97%
ELA
93%
2019
Math
97%
ELA
93%
2020*
Math
86%
ELA
91%
2021*
Math
86%
ELA
91%
2025
Math
92.8%
ELA
90.2%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Spring Hill Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
77th percentile in VA
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
12%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

8201 Lewinsville Rd, Mclean, VA 22102

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spring Hill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Colvin Run Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Vienna), which scores notably higher. Another option is Churchill Road Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Westbriar Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Vienna), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mclean, see our Mclean schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
BASIS INDEPENDENT MCLEAN Mclean 0.8 mi 7.9
FIRST STEPS ACADEMY Mclean 1.2 mi
Westbriar Elementary Vienna 1.6 mi 8.3
AMBLESIDE SCHOOL Mclean 1.5 mi 5.6
FUSION ACADEMY TY: TYSONS Vienna 1.9 mi 6.2
Freedom Hill Elementary Vienna 1.9 mi 6.0
Westgate Elementary Falls Church 1.9 mi 5.0
THE LANGLEY SCHOOL Mclean 1.7 mi 7.3
THE MADEIRA SCHOOL Mclean 2.2 mi 7.8
Pimmit Early Childhood Resource Center Falls Church 2.0 mi 5.3
OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL SCHOOL Vienna 2.3 mi 5.9
Kilmer Center Vienna 2.4 mi 6.1
Kilmer Middle Vienna 2.4 mi 7.1
Marshall High Falls Church 2.4 mi 7.7
Colvin Run Elementary Vienna 2.0 mi 9.2
OAK HILL MONTESSORI LLC Falls Church 2.4 mi
Cooper Middle Mclean 2.1 mi 8.7
Churchill Road Elementary Mclean 2.1 mi 8.8
ST LUKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mclean 2.4 mi 6.2
Dunn Loring Early Childhood Resource Center Dunn Loring 3.0 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$153,816

Median Home Value

$1,003,700

Median Rent

$2,471/mo

Population

28,577

College Educated

81.4%

Homeownership

47.6%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

38.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spring Hill Elementary

What grades does Spring Hill Elementary serve?

Spring Hill Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Spring Hill Elementary?

Spring Hill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 948 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Hill Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Spring Hill Elementary is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Spring Hill Elementary rank in VA?

Spring Hill Elementary ranks #436 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Spring Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Spring Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Spring Hill Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Hill Elementary has 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Spring Hill Elementary a charter school?

No, Spring Hill Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Spring Hill Elementary a Title I school?

No, Spring Hill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Hill Elementary?

11.5% of students at Spring Hill 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
16 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
948
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
11.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Fairfax County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.3%

District

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

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