Serving 144 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Banneker Elementary School ranks in the top 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Banneker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Banneker Elementary School's student population of 144 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
144 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Banneker Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Banneker Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#720 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
29%
19%
Black
2%
22%
White
60%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Banneker Elementary School's ranking?
Banneker Elementary School is ranked #720 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Banneker Elementary School often compared to?
Banneker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aldie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Banneker Elementary School?
144 students attend Banneker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Banneker Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Banneker Elementary School?
Banneker Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Banneker Elementary School offer ?
Banneker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Banneker Elementary School part of?
Banneker Elementary School is part of Loudoun County School District.
School Reviews
5 1/27/2010
This school is a throwback to education in the sweet older days. Wonderful caring staff with personal attention and low class counts. Common sense rules along with high standards education. I highly recommend this school.
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