Serving 611 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Terraset Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Terraset Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Terraset Elementary School's student population of 611 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Terraset Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Terraset Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#366 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
29%
19%
Black
9%
22%
White
46%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
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 Terraset Elementary School's ranking?
Terraset Elementary School is ranked #366 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Terraset Elementary School often compared to?
Terraset Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hunters Woods Elementary School For The Arts And Sciences, Sunrise Valley Elementary School, Dogwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Terraset Elementary School?
611 students attend Terraset Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Terraset Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Terraset Elementary School?
Terraset Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Terraset Elementary School offer ?
Terraset Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Terraset Elementary School part of?
Terraset Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
School Reviews
5 4/20/2021
My children are absolutely happy and thriving here. The principals are supportive and work collaboratively with parents. There are frequent opportunities to converse with administrators and teachers. I would love to see more diversity in the staff in FCPS at all schools, but Terra set is so inclusive and welcoming to the students.
5 4/12/2010
Great school! My kid loves it
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