Serving 755 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Leesylvania Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 755 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leesylvania Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Leesylvania Elementary School's student population of 755 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
755 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Leesylvania 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 Leesylvania Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#934 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
8%
Hispanic
29%
19%
Black
28%
22%
White
19%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Leesylvania Elementary School's ranking?
Leesylvania Elementary School is ranked #934 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?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Leesylvania Elementary School?
755 students attend Leesylvania Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Leesylvania Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leesylvania Elementary School?
Leesylvania Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leesylvania Elementary School offer ?
Leesylvania Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leesylvania Elementary School part of?
Leesylvania Elementary School is part of Prince William County School District.
School Reviews
3 9/30/2019
The Leesylvania Elementary School special education staff is top-notch! My daughter assist to Leesylvania for the past 3 years, she has cerebral palsy from birth. Mr. Dols is one of the most professional and best human beings I have ever known. His knowledge, personal involvement, and love for the students are just amazing. My daughter loves to go to school and she had learned so many things from them.
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