Very Good
#638 of 1,850 schools in VA
Top 34% in state
Taylor Elementary
Elementary School · Arlington County Public Schools
2600 N Stuart St, Arlington, VA 22207
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Arlington
#21 of 36
public schools
Virginia elementary schools
#344 of 1,147
In district
#21 of 36
Arlington County Public Schools
School environment
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Taylor Elementary
Taylor Elementary serves 530 students in grades PK through 5 on North Stuart Street in Arlington, Virginia. With 43 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio that supports personalized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.6 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #299 out of 1,856 Virginia elementary schools, placing it in the 84th percentile statewide.
Students consistently excel in core subjects, with 89% achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts/Reading and 88% meeting proficiency standards in Math across all grade levels. This academic strength is reflected in the school's impressive 8.5 out of 10 academic score. Taylor Elementary draws families from the affluent 22207 zip code area, where the median household income reaches $227,941 and home values average over $1.1 million.
The community is highly educated, with 78% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a low 2.8% poverty rate among its 34,647 residents. Located in Arlington's mid-size city environment, Taylor Elementary benefits from being situated in one of Northern Virginia's most educated and economically stable communities, providing students with both academic excellence and strong community support.
Score Breakdown
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Taylor Elementary — Students at Taylor Elementary score 88% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 89%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 12 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.6/10.
How Taylor Elementary Compares
See how Taylor Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 96% (2019) to 87% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 92% (2019) to 88% (2025).
Location
2600 N Stuart St, Arlington, VA 22207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taylor Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Key ES (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Washington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Escuela Key Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arlington Science Focus School (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arlington, see our Arlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dorothy Hamm Middle Arlington | 0.5 mi | 9.4 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Arlington | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Glebe Elementary Arlington | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Washington-Liberty High Arlington | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| RIVER SCHOOL Washington | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Arlington Science Focus School Arlington | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Washington | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| ARLINGTON MONTESSORI HOUSE Arlington | 1.5 mi | — |
| CHESTERBROOK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Arlington | 1.2 mi | — |
| Key ES Washington | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| ST PATRICK'S EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Washington | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Integration Station Arlington | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| ST PATRICKS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Washington | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| THE SYCAMORE SCHOOL Arlington | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Yorktown High Arlington | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Escuela Key Elementary Arlington | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| ST ANN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Arlington | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| THE FIELD SCHOOL Washington | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Innovation Elementary Arlington | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| RIVENDELL SCHOOL Arlington | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$237,126
Median Home Value
$1,201,800
Median Rent
$2,305/mo
Population
35,186
College Educated
78.4%
Homeownership
78.9%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
42.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Taylor Elementary has a median household income of $237,126. It is a well-educated community where 78% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,201,800, with a median rent of $2,305/month. The local poverty rate of 2.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arthur Ashe Jr. Elementary Richmond, VA | 7.0 |
| Boonsboro Elementary Lynchburg, VA | 7.0 |
| Christopher Farms Elementary Virginia Beach, VA | 7.0 |
| Concord Elementary Concord, VA | 7.0 |
| Crossfield Elementary Herndon, VA | 7.0 |
| Eagle View Elementary Fairfax, VA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taylor Elementary
What grades does Taylor Elementary serve?
Taylor Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Taylor Elementary?
Taylor Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taylor Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Taylor Elementary is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taylor Elementary rank in VA?
Taylor Elementary is ranked #638 out of 1,850 schools in VA.
What is Taylor Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Taylor Elementary has a composite rating of 7.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Taylor Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Taylor Elementary has 87.8% math proficiency and 89.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Taylor Elementary a charter school?
No, Taylor Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Taylor Elementary a Title I school?
No, Taylor Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Taylor Elementary?
8.3% of students at Taylor 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.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 530
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Arlington County
- Phone
- (703) 228-6275
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Arlington County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 27,508
- Schools in District
- 42
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,424
- District Rank
- #21 of 36
Other Schools in This District
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