Summary:
Piney Branch Elementary is a public elementary school in Bristow, Virginia, serving 766 students in grades PK-5 and part of the Prince William County Public Schools district. This high-performing school consistently outpaces the district and state averages in academic achievement, particularly in mathematics and science, and maintains a diverse student population with equitable outcomes across different racial subgroups.
Piney Branch Elementary's academic excellence is evident in its consistently high standardized test scores, with proficiency rates significantly exceeding the district and state in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade mathematics, as well as 5th grade science. The school's reading proficiency rates are also impressive, with 4th and 5th graders outperforming their peers across Haymarket Elementary, T. Clay Wood Elementary, and other nearby schools. Piney Branch's diverse student population, with a racial makeup of 49.87% White, 7.7% African American, 15.01% Hispanic, 17.89% Asian, and 9.01% two or more races, is a strength, as the school demonstrates equitable outcomes for students from different backgrounds.
While Piney Branch Elementary's overall performance is exceptional, the school has identified areas for potential improvement, such as supporting students with disabilities and addressing the increasing percentage of students from low-income families. However, the school's track record of excellence, commitment to serving all students, and strong performance compared to nearby schools, such as George P. Mullen Elementary and Victory Elementary, make it a standout educational institution in the Prince William County Public Schools district.
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Detail:
Public PK, KG-5
District:
Prince William County Public Schools
SchoolDigger Rank:
157th of 1,114 Virginia Elementary Schools
Per Pupil Expenditures: $7,962
Students who attend Piney Branch Elementary usually attend:
Student/teacher ratio: 16.8
Number of students: 766
Racial breakdown:
White:
49.9%
Asian:
17.9%
Hispanic:
15.0%
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Two or more races:
9.0%
African American:
7.7%
Pacific Islander:
0.4%
American Indian:
0.1%
Free/discounted lunch recipients: 18.9%
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