Serving 745 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Anthony Burns 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 61% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is lower 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 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 745 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anthony Burns Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Anthony Burns Elementary School's student population of 745 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
745 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Anthony Burns 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 Anthony Burns Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1214 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
8%
Hispanic
23%
19%
Black
34%
22%
White
27%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Anthony Burns Elementary School's ranking?
Anthony Burns Elementary School is ranked #1214 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Anthony Burns Elementary School often compared to?
Anthony Burns Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anne E. Moncure Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Anthony Burns Elementary School?
745 students attend Anthony Burns Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Anthony Burns Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anthony Burns Elementary School?
Anthony Burns Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Anthony Burns Elementary School offer ?
Anthony Burns Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Anthony Burns Elementary School part of?
Anthony Burns Elementary School is part of Stafford County School District.
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