For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,995 students in the neighborhood of Glencarlyn, Arlington, VA.
The top ranked public schools in Glencarlyn are Campbell Elementary School, Kenmore Middle School and Carlin Springs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Glencarlyn, Arlington, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 70% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Glencarlyn, Arlington, VA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Campbell Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
737 S. Carlin Springs Rd.
Arlington, VA 22204
(703) 228-6770
Arlington, VA 22204
(703) 228-6770
Grades: PK-5
| 406 students
Rank: #22.
Kenmore Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 S Carlin Springs Rd
Arlington, VA 22204
(703) 228-6800
Arlington, VA 22204
(703) 228-6800
Grades: 6-8
| 1,004 students
Rank: #33.
Carlin Springs Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5995 South 5th Road
Arlington, VA 22204
(703) 228-6645
Arlington, VA 22204
(703) 228-6645
Grades: PK-5
| 547 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Glencarlyn, Arlington, VA?
The top ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Glencarlyn, Arlington, VA include Campbell Elementary School, Kenmore Middle School and Carlin Springs Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Glencarlyn, Arlington?
3 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Glencarlyn, Arlington.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Glencarlyn, Arlington?
the neighborhood of Glencarlyn, Arlington public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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