Serving 593 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alice West Fleet 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 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alice West Fleet Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Alice West Fleet Elementary School's student population of 593 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alice West Fleet 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 Alice West Fleet Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#524 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
8%
Hispanic
33%
19%
Black
16%
22%
White
33%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alice West Fleet Elementary School's ranking?
Alice West Fleet Elementary School is ranked #524 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Alice West Fleet Elementary School often compared to?
Alice West Fleet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arlington Traditional by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Alice West Fleet Elementary School?
593 students attend Alice West Fleet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Alice West Fleet Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alice West Fleet Elementary School?
Alice West Fleet Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alice West Fleet Elementary School offer ?
Alice West Fleet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alice West Fleet Elementary School part of?
Alice West Fleet Elementary School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Alice West Fleet Elementary School located?
Alice West Fleet Elementary School is located in the Arlington Heights Historic District neighborhood of Arlington, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in Arlington Heights Historic District.
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