Flint Hill Elementary

Public PK, KG-6

 2444 Flint Hill Rd
       Vienna, VA  22181


(703) 242-6100

District: Fairfax County Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
35th of 1,114 Virginia Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $9,476 Help


Students who attend Flint Hill Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Thoreau Middle
High:    Madison High

Student/teacher ratio:  15.2 Help
Number of students:  616

Racial breakdown:

White:
67.4%
Asian:
14.3%
Hispanic:
8.8%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  7.1% Help


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Compare Details Flint Hill Elementary ranks better than 96.9% of elementary schools in Virginia. It also ranks 15th among 137 ranked elementary schools in the Fairfax County Public Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 91.19. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (67.4%), Asian (14.3%), Hispanic (8.8%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 7.1% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Flint Hill Elementary is 15.2. 96 elementary schools in the Fairfax County Public Schools District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Flint Hill Elementary is $9,476. 123 elementary schools in the Fairfax County Public Schools District spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2023 Rankings:

Flint Hill Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Flint Hill Elementary 35th of 1114 Virginia public elementary schools. (See Flint Hill Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Fairfax County Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Fairfax County Public Schools 41st of 131 Virginia school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Flint Hill Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Flint Hill Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2005 82.79 94th 1062 91.1%
2006 83.99 59th 1071 94.5%
2007 72.31 232nd 1083 78.6%
2008 81.44 81st 1081 92.5%
2009 84.24 47th 1082 95.7%
2010 81.20 78th 1113 93.0%
2011 81.91 88th 1117 92.1%
2012 82.17 101st 1117 91.0%
2013 86.10 77th 1120 93.1%
2014 85.86 81st 1110 92.7%
2015 82.68 111th 1100 89.9%
2016 81.98 122nd 1096 88.9%
2017 88.21 51st 1099 95.4%
2018 82.01 124th 1097 88.7%
2019 80.47 159th 1105 85.6%
2021 87.91 108th 1103 90.2%
2022 87.81 82nd 1109 92.6%
2023 91.19 35th 1114 96.9%
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Rank History for Female students at Flint Hill Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 92.46 15th 1100 98.6%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Flint Hill Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 72.50 64th 324 80.2%
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Rank History for Male students at Flint Hill Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 85.07 107th 1093 90.2%
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Rank History for Asian students at Flint Hill Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 81.15 18th 230 92.2%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Flint Hill Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 73.94 129th 564 77.1%
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Rank History for White students at Flint Hill Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 85.25 54th 984 94.5%
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Data source: test scores: Virginia Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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by a parent
Tuesday, October 13, 2020

Open Quote I am a former Flint Hill parent whose last child recently moved on to middle school. Having had 4 children go through Flint Hill, I can honestly say that the teachers and administration are top notch. My son’s last two years at Flint Hill were even his best years. His teachers were amazing!

Parents, if you don’t have middle school or high school students, you will soon understand how spoiled you are by the communication and transparency at Flint Hill. While I know it is very different at elementary school than secondary, the communication between home and school really helps you understand what is going on. It’s a gift. Close Quote


by a parent
Saturday, October 10, 2020

Open Quote As a parent, and community member, I feel the need to address the negative review below.

Overall, instruction and assessment has improved in every way the past few years.

To your point regarding parental involvement, volunteerism seems to be prominent in my children’s classrooms, and, as one who participates in the PTA and volunteers frequently, I think it’s important to acknowledge that unfortunately, in a changing economy, we have more families than ever that must rely on two parent incomes. Sometimes, people choose to work. Not everyone can afford, or wants to stay home, in our area. To those families who want to volunteer, there is always an opportunity. New events are being added to foster community engagement each year, like the Art Gala last year. I really enjoyed it! I like that our school tries new things. Of course, now that we are in a pandemic, things are different, but I expect that we will return to these endeavors when we return to normal.

Regarding communication. Yes, there is a template that teachers follow, but the information included relates to what is going to be taught that week. A framework makes certain there is consistent communication across grade levels. Your comment suggesting it is the same message across grade levels diminishes our teachers’ efforts.

The school uses multiple resources to address learning needs. It is important to recognize that textbooks and other resources are often online. It’s 2020. The county uses content specific books, like read-alouds and trade books in primary (I am a former third grade teacher at another school not in FCPS), but there is no science textbook, for example. If you want rote learning and memorizing facts, you are correct, you can go to private school. As I shared, I’m a former teacher, so forgive me for sharing my expertise. I’ve taught in both private and public settings in this area. I’m speaking from experience.

The materials you want shared are proprietary. Asking a teacher for test questions is inappropriate and unnecessary. Asking a teacher for the type of question your child missed is best. I have asked this of multiple teachers at Flint Hill, and all teachers have complied—even meeting with my child to support during lunch, as well as before and after school. I have never been unable to meet with my child’s teacher for a conference. I get it. School looks different than when you went to school. Perhaps, it’s time to accept this notion.

I had a fourth grader last year, so let me address Colonial Day. This was a county decision, not a school decision. The fourth grade team shared this in a letter to the community. Apparently, it was replaced by Virginia Day. The county is seeking appropriate, anti-racist ways of teaching American history, and therefore, Virginia history. It’s inevitable that improvements are being made within social studies to be relevant, truthful, and equitable. Look what is going on in our society! To your point about changing songs in the Veteran’s Day celebration, I say amen! I’ve heard the same songs year after year. These songs were, to my knowledge, incorporated for over three decades before a change was made. Long overdue if you ask me. The changes have nothing to do with politics. Maybe it was just time to change the songs. Have you considered this perspective or only your own?

This school priorities advanced academics for all students. It uses relevant research to guide instruction, and the administration works hard to make decisions that require the use of resources and materials that make learning fun and engaging. I am grateful that administration makes every attempt to share about these resources and teaching methods in their weekly newsletter to the community, as well as during PTA meetings.

Bottom line, if you want innovation, engagement, enthusiastic and dedicated teachers, you’re home. Flint Hill is a superior school that would be best shed of parents who complain about things they know nothing about.

Sincerely,
A Grateful Flint Hill Parent Close Quote


by a parent
Sunday, August 9, 2020

Open Quote Very good teachers in a positive and safe environment. Unfortunately, FHES does not really focus much on academics and we are slowly starting to see falling test scores. The administration does not welcome parental involvement (unless it is to raise money through the PTA). All communication between teachers and parents is prepared by the administration (if you have children in different grades you will notice that the two teachers send you identical weekly updates from their classrooms). The weekly newsletters are too vague to be of use if you want to support your learner at home by reinforcing lessons or concepts. If you are a parent who would like to know what your children are working on, you'll have to work to figure that out because they have a system to bring home schoolwork once per week. There are, of course, no textbooks, and if a child misses a key concept or is struggling with key vocabulary in a social studies or science lesson, you can't help them at home because you have very little information on what content is being taught. Math and Virginia Studies are notable exceptions. The administration claims licensing restrictions that prevent them from sharing with parents teaching materials and even some test questions that your child missed. The administration has also been getting rid of traditions that have been important in community building and have made this school successful in the past, like Colonial Days and traditional songs in a wonderful Veteran's Day program, in favor of politically correct replacements. Overall a good school that is going through changes. If you prioritize academic achievement you should consider private options. Close Quote


by a parent
Monday, June 24, 2019

Open Quote Great school! Caring administration, teachers, and wonderful instruction for my children. Doesn't get any better! Close Quote


by a parent
Friday, September 7, 2018

Open Quote This school is a dream! Outstanding teachers and administration. The principal has been here a little over a year, and she has really moved this school to new heights. There is a positive energy in the building that hits you the moment you walk through the door. Love it here! Close Quote


by a parent
Monday, December 14, 2015

Open Quote 100% agree with other poor review. Not only was the school slow to respond to my emails and phone calls, but when they finally got back to me they wouldn't give me clear information that really answered my questions about my daughter. They answered some questions with broad and generalized statements (similar to a form letter) and other questions they ignored completely. Worst school ever. Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, June 23, 2015

Open Quote I was shocked to find out that the majority of the teachers and administration at Flint Hill Elementary School aren't focused on teaching our children. The school and county websites practically suggest that believe the relationship between parents and teachers to be extremely valuable and critical to a child's success, yet Mr. Rivera got rid of yearly parent/teacher meetings and said if the parent wants a conference they need to initiate contact with the teacher!! While that is easy to do, it was a clear indication to me that the school didn't WANT to HAVE to meet with parents. My communication with my students teachers was difficult to put it mildly. I would ask questions about my children so that I could help them at home when they were not at school and they were NOT forthcoming, helpful or dependable with the frequency of their information. I was not expecting a detailed report on how fast it took my child to digest an ice cream sandwich, I was asking about subjects that my child needs improvement in and a little bit of guidance and suggestions. The teachers want NONE of it.

TEACHERS DO NOT WANT TO TALK TO YOU PARENTS AND IF THEY DO, THEY DON'T WANT TO HAVE TO ANSWER QUESTIONS ABOUT HOW YOUR CHILD IS DOING!! WHY?!!! BECAUSE THEY

a) DON'T KNOW DUE TO THE LACK OF ATTENTION THEY REALLY PAY YOUR CHILD AS THEY ARE TOO BUSY CHECKING THEIR FACEBOOK WHILE EXPECTING YOUR CHILD TO LEARN ON THEIR OWN OR

b) THEY DON'T WANT TO HELP YOU REVEAL THE BIG SECRET THAT THEY HAVEN'T REALLY BEING TEACHING YOUR CHILD OTHER THAN SPEEDING THROUGH A BILLION BORING PREMADE POWERPOINT SLIDES!!!!!

IF THERE ARE TEACHERS THAT TRULY CARE ABOUT THEIR STUDENTS THERE, I HAVE NOT MET ONE!! THEY ARE TEACHERS BECAUSE FAIRFAX COUNTY VA TEACHERS ARE PAID WELL FOR MINIMALLY TALENTED LAZINESS AND RECEIVE GREAT BENEFITS AND HUGE VACATIONS FOR THEIR MEDIOCRITY! Close Quote



Enrollment information for Flint Hill Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 636 636
1990 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 603 603
1991 0 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 602 602
1992 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 617 617
1993 507 24 23 7 1 n/a n/a 0 562
1994 510 24 24 9 1 n/a n/a 0 568
1995 565 23 35 7 1 n/a n/a 0 631
1996 565 23 35 7 1 n/a n/a 0 631
1997 591 19 34 14 1 n/a n/a 0 659
1998 610 20 37 17 0 n/a n/a 0 684
1999 638 27 44 22 0 n/a n/a 0 731
2000 650 21 40 28 2 n/a n/a -4 737
2001 657 18 42 26 2 n/a n/a 0 745
2002 573 17 51 26 4 n/a n/a 25 696
2003 573 17 51 26 4 n/a n/a 25 696
2004 570 21 56 23 2 n/a n/a 38 710
2005 540 23 62 22 4 n/a n/a 40 691
2006 542 17 61 30 3 n/a n/a 48 701
2007 543 17 62 31 1 n/a n/a 60 714
2008 502 17 71 35 1 n/a n/a 53 679
2009 494 10 82 28 0 n/a n/a 52 666
2010 493 10 78 27 0 n/a n/a 59 667
2011 500 8 75 52 0 0 65 0 700
2012 484 7 71 57 0 0 70 0 689
2013 493 5 68 54 0 1 61 0 682
2014 501 11 72 56 0 1 65 0 706
2015 491 9 85 55 0 1 63 0 704
2016 494 9 92 68 1 0 65 0 729
2017 475 4 94 68 2 0 60 0 703
2018 463 7 96 63 2 0 57 0 688
2019 465 3 91 65 2 1 61 0 688
2020 455 3 98 64 2 1 59 0 682
2021 390 6 91 63 1 1 57 0 609
2022 438 4 88 61 1 1 53 0 646
2023 415 8 88 54 2 2 47 0 616

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

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For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Flint Hill Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 636 33.9 18.7 n/a
1990 603 32.1 18.7 n/a
1991 602 31.3 19.2 n/a
1992 617 31.9 19.3 n/a
1993 562 34.6 16.2 n/a
1994 568 34.1 n/a 3.5
1995 631 n/a 0.0 1.9
1996 631 n/a 0.0 1.9
1997 659 n/a 0.0 2
1998 684 n/a 0.0 1.2
1999 731 39.0 18.7 3.7
2000 737 n/a 0.0 3
2001 745 40.5 18.4 2
2002 696 48.4 14.4 2.4
2003 696 48.4 14.4 2.4
2004 710 44.6 15.9 2.2
2005 691 41.6 16.6 2.8
2006 701 49.0 14.3 2.3
2007 714 53.6 13.3 3.4
2008 679 34.4 19.7 3.5
2009 666 33.6 19.8 4.9
2010 667 30.5 21.8 4.8
2011 700 32.4 21.6 4.9
2012 689 37.5 18.3 4.4
2013 682 35.5 19.2 4.3
2014 706 37.9 18.6 3.4
2015 704 38.0 18.5 4
2016 729 39.0 18.6 5.2
2017 703 38.6 18.2 4.6
2018 688 39.8 17.2 5.4
2019 688 42.1 16.3 6.4
2020 682 42.5 16.0 6.9
2021 609 42.9 14.1 n/a
2022 646 41.2 15.6 7.3
2023 616 40.5 15.2 7.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Flint Hill Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 636 33.9 18.7 n/a
1990 603 32.1 18.7 n/a
1991 602 31.3 19.2 n/a
1992 617 31.9 19.3 n/a
1993 562 34.6 16.2 n/a
1994 568 34.1 n/a 3.5
1995 631 n/a 0.0 1.9
1996 631 n/a 0.0 1.9
1997 659 n/a 0.0 2
1998 684 n/a 0.0 1.2
1999 731 39.0 18.7 3.7
2000 737 n/a 0.0 3
2001 745 40.5 18.4 2
2002 696 48.4 14.4 2.4
2003 696 48.4 14.4 2.4
2004 710 44.6 15.9 2.2
2005 691 41.6 16.6 2.8
2006 701 49.0 14.3 2.3
2007 714 53.6 13.3 3.4
2008 679 34.4 19.7 3.5
2009 666 33.6 19.8 4.9
2010 667 30.5 21.8 4.8
2011 700 32.4 21.6 4.9
2012 689 37.5 18.3 4.4
2013 682 35.5 19.2 4.3
2014 706 37.9 18.6 3.4
2015 704 38.0 18.5 4
2016 729 39.0 18.6 5.2
2017 703 38.6 18.2 4.6
2018 688 39.8 17.2 5.4
2019 688 42.1 16.3 6.4
2020 682 42.5 16.0 6.9
2021 609 42.9 14.1 n/a
2022 646 41.2 15.6 7.3
2023 616 40.5 15.2 7.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Flint Hill Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $299 (3.6%) $8,095 (96.4%) $8,394
2020 $250 (2.9%) $8,304 (97.1%) $8,554
2021 $312 (3.3%) $9,163 (96.7%) $9,476

Data source: Virginia Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Flint Hill Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 159th of 1105 Elementary schoolsRanks 35th of 1114 Elementary schools
 11.2%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (Flint Hill Elementary)10097.7
 2.3%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Fairfax County Public Schools)8571.3
 13.7%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Virginia)8269.1
 12.9%
3rd Grade English Reading (Flint Hill Elementary)8996.5
 7.5%
   3rd Grade English Reading (Fairfax County Public Schools)7269.6
 2.4%
   3rd Grade English Reading (Virginia)7166.1
 4.9%
4th Grade Mathematics (Flint Hill Elementary)8988.4
 0.6%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Fairfax County Public Schools)8673.8
 12.2%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Virginia)8369.7
 13.3%
4th Grade English Reading (Flint Hill Elementary)9193
 2%
   4th Grade English Reading (Fairfax County Public Schools)7776.3
 0.8%
   4th Grade English Reading (Virginia)7572.7
 2.3%
5th Grade Mathematics (Flint Hill Elementary)8586.6
 1.6%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Fairfax County Public Schools)7763
 14%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Virginia)8167
 14%
5th Grade Science (Flint Hill Elementary)8587.6
 2.6%
   5th Grade Science (Fairfax County Public Schools)8170.7
 10.3%
   5th Grade Science (Virginia)7966
 13%
5th Grade English Reading (Flint Hill Elementary)8790.6
 3.6%
   5th Grade English Reading (Fairfax County Public Schools)8075.6
 4.4%
   5th Grade English Reading (Virginia)7871.4
 6.6%
6th Grade Mathematics (Flint Hill Elementary)9787
 10%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Fairfax County Public Schools)8765.2
 21.8%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Virginia)7857.8
 20.2%
6th Grade English Reading (Flint Hill Elementary)9591.3
 3.7%
   6th Grade English Reading (Fairfax County Public Schools)8378.5
 4.5%
   6th Grade English Reading (Virginia)7770.4
 6.6%
7th Grade Mathematics (Flint Hill Elementary)100100
   7th Grade Mathematics (Fairfax County Public Schools)8669
 17%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Virginia)7855
 23%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students688616
 10.5%
African American38
 166.7%
American Indian22
Asian9188
 3.3%
Hispanic6554
 16.9%
Pacific Islander12
 100%
White465415
 10.8%
Two or More Races6147
 23%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients6.4%7.1%
 0.7%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Flint Hill Elementary

Students at Flint Hill Elementary are 67% White, 14% Asian, 9% Hispanic, 8% Two or more races, 1% African American.

In the 2022-23 school year, 616 students attended Flint Hill Elementary.

Students who attend Flint Hill Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Thoreau Middle
High : Madison High

Yes! Flint Hill Elementary is one of the best elementary schools in the state. It ranks 35th of 1114 Virginia elementary schools.


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