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Woodburn Elementary

Elementary School · Fairfax County Public Schools

3401 Hemlock Dr, Falls Church, VA 22042

Enrollment

486

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

3.2

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#1,743 of 1,851

In Falls Church

#26 of 26

public schools

In district

#191 of 199

Fairfax County Public Schools

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Woodburn Elementary

3.2/10

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

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5.8/10

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5.6/10

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About Woodburn Elementary

Woodburn Elementary is a public elementary school in Falls Church, VA, part of Fairfax County Public Schools. Woodburn Elementary serves approximately 486 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodburn Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,743 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Woodburn Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares3.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.5
  • VA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg-22.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28.7 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)74% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected-24.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,975
Chronic Absenteeism18.9%

Woodburn Elementary — Students at Woodburn Elementary score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 62.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
70.0% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 61.9% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
79%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2017
ELA
57%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
43%
2025
Math
55.8%
ELA
47.4%

* 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: 1.7/10.

How Woodburn Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
3.2/10
6th percentile in VA
Academic
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.9%

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

3401 Hemlock Dr, Falls Church, VA 22042

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodburn Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stenwood Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Vienna), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wakefield Forest Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Fairfax), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PINECREST SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Annandale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Falls Church, see our Falls Church schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Camelot Elementary Annandale 0.7 mi 5.8
Falls Church High Falls Church 0.8 mi 5.6
WESTMINSTER SCHOOL, INC. Annandale 1.1 mi 7.4
Mason Crest Elementary Annandale 1.1 mi 5.0
Pine Spring Elementary Falls Church 1.4 mi 4.6
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF HOLMES RUN CHILDRENS HOUSE Falls Church 1.1 mi
Jackson Middle Falls Church 1.4 mi 5.1
Graham Road Elementary Falls Church 1.5 mi 3.2
TRINITY SCHOOL AT MEADOW VIEW Falls Church 1.7 mi 5.8
Annandale Terrace Elementary Annandale 1.7 mi 4.5
PINECREST SCHOOL Annandale 1.5 mi 8.2
Braddock Elementary Annandale 2.0 mi 3.0
Annandale High Annandale 2.1 mi 7.0
Westlawn Elementary Falls Church 1.8 mi 3.2
Timber Lane Elementary Falls Church 2.1 mi 4.7
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Falls Church 1.7 mi 5.8
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Annandale 2.2 mi 6.4
Stenwood Elementary Vienna 2.4 mi 8.9
Wakefield Forest Elementary Fairfax 2.1 mi 8.7
THE VILLAGE SCHOOL: AN ACTON ACADEMY Annandale 2.1 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$135,578

Median Home Value

$666,700

Median Rent

$2,178/mo

Population

34,631

College Educated

54.7%

Homeownership

65.4%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

37.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Graham Road Elementary Falls Church, VA 3.2
Guilford Elementary Sterling, VA 3.2
Skipwith Elementary Richmond, VA 3.2
Spotsylvania Elementary Spotsylvania, VA 3.2
Sudley Elementary Manassas, VA 3.2
Sully Elementary Sterling, VA 3.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodburn Elementary

What grades does Woodburn Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Woodburn Elementary?

Woodburn Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 486 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodburn Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodburn Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodburn Elementary rank in VA?

Woodburn Elementary ranks #1,743 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Woodburn Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodburn Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Woodburn Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodburn Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Woodburn Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Woodburn Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

60.3% of students at Woodburn 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
19 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fairfax County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.9%

District

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

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