Serving 654 students in grades 3-6, Fort Belvoir Upper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fort Belvoir Upper Elementary School's student population of 654 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Fort Belvoir Upper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Belvoir Upper Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#908 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
17%
22%
White
50%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Belvoir Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Fort Belvoir Upper Elementary School is ranked #908 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Fort Belvoir Upper Elementary School?
654 students attend Fort Belvoir Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Fort Belvoir Upper Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Belvoir Upper Elementary School?
Fort Belvoir Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fort Belvoir Upper Elementary School offer ?
Fort Belvoir Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Belvoir Upper Elementary School part of?
Fort Belvoir Upper Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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