Serving 600 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hayfield Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hayfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hayfield Elementary School's student population of 600 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
600 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Motto
Nurture. Educate. Soar. Thrive.
School Rankings
Hayfield 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 Hayfield Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#544 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
8%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
15%
21%
White
47%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Fairfax County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hayfield Elementary School's ranking?
Hayfield Elementary School is ranked #544 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Hayfield Elementary School often compared to?
Hayfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Hayfield Elementary School?
600 students attend Hayfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Hayfield Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hayfield Elementary School?
Hayfield Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hayfield Elementary School offer ?
Hayfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hayfield Elementary School part of?
Hayfield Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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