For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 908 students in Clifton, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Clifton, VA is Union Mill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clifton, VA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 84% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in Clifton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Clifton, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Mill Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13611 Springstone Dr
Clifton, VA 20124
(703) 322-8500
Clifton, VA 20124
(703) 322-8500
Gr: PK-6 | 908 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Clifton, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7010 Clifton Rd
Clifton, VA 20124
(703) 988-8000
Clifton, VA 20124
(703) 988-8000
Gr: PK-6 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Clifton, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Clifton, VA include Union Mill Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Clifton?
1 public elementary schools are located in Clifton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clifton?
Clifton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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