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#86 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 5% in state

Stenwood Elementary

Elementary School · Fairfax County Public Schools

2620 Gallows Rd, Vienna, VA 22180

Enrollment

539

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#86 of 1,851

In Vienna

#3 of 15

public schools

In district

#13 of 199

Fairfax County Public Schools

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Stenwood Elementary

8.9/10

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

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About Stenwood Elementary

Stenwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Vienna, VA, part of Fairfax County Public Schools. Stenwood Elementary serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Stenwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #86 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Stenwood Elementary show 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.5
  • VA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency90% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency90% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+16.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.3 pts
Overall Proficiency90% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)87% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,975
Chronic Absenteeism8%

Stenwood Elementary — Students at Stenwood Elementary score 90% 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

10.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 88.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
70.0% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 89.1% (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
92%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
91%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
86%
2016
Math
88%
ELA
90%
2017
ELA
91%
2018
Math
95%
ELA
89%
2019
Math
95%
ELA
89%
2020*
Math
74%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
74%
ELA
87%
2025
Math
90.7%
ELA
89.8%

* 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 Stenwood Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.9/10
95th percentile in VA
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
11%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.0%

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

2620 Gallows Rd, Vienna, VA 22180

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stenwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fairhill Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Fairfax), a more accessible option. Another option is Cunningham Park Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Freedom Hill Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Vienna, see our Vienna schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLLY BROOK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dunn Loring 0.5 mi
Dunn Loring Early Childhood Resource Center Dunn Loring 0.8 mi 5.5
Thoreau Middle Vienna 0.7 mi 7.2
Jackson Middle Falls Church 1.1 mi 5.1
Kilmer Center Vienna 1.4 mi 6.1
Kilmer Middle Vienna 1.4 mi 7.1
Cunningham Park Elementary Vienna 1.2 mi 6.0
Shrevewood Elementary Falls Church 1.3 mi 5.8
Fairhill Elementary Fairfax 1.4 mi 6.8
PALM TREE SCHOOL Fairfax 1.4 mi 6.2
Pine Spring Elementary Falls Church 1.5 mi 4.6
TRINITY SCHOOL AT MEADOW VIEW Falls Church 1.5 mi 5.8
OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL SCHOOL Vienna 1.7 mi 5.9
Freedom Hill Elementary Vienna 1.8 mi 6.0
Marshall High Falls Church 1.8 mi 7.7
FUSION ACADEMY TY: TYSONS Vienna 1.9 mi 6.2
Timber Lane Elementary Falls Church 1.7 mi 4.7
OAK HILL MONTESSORI LLC Falls Church 2.0 mi
Falls Church High Falls Church 2.0 mi 5.6
Camelot Elementary Annandale 2.5 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$181,467

Median Home Value

$916,900

Median Rent

$2,335/mo

Population

26,506

College Educated

76.1%

Homeownership

67.8%

Avg Commute

27.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

38

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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
Ivy Elementary Charlottesville, VA 8.9
John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary Leesburg, VA 8.9
Legacy Elementary Ashburn, VA 8.9
Sussex Central Elementary Stony Creek, VA 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stenwood Elementary

What grades does Stenwood Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Stenwood Elementary?

Stenwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stenwood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Stenwood Elementary is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stenwood Elementary rank in VA?

Stenwood Elementary ranks #86 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Stenwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Stenwood 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 Stenwood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stenwood Elementary has 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Stenwood Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Stenwood Elementary a Title I school?

No, Stenwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

10.9% of students at Stenwood 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
71 Very Walkable
Bike Score
74 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
10.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fairfax County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.0%

District

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

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