GLEN FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Glen Forest Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Fairfax County Public Schools school district, located in Falls Church, VA with about 1,069 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 81 teachers, Glen Forest Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Glen Forest Elementary School, located in Falls Church, Virginia, is a vibrant and diverse learning community serving students in Fairfax County Public Schools. The school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and its focus on fostering an inclusive environment that supports the social, emotional, and cognitive growth of every child. By emphasizing collaboration between educators, students, and families, Glen Forest aims to prepare its diverse student body for future success in a rapidly changing world.

Beyond the standard curriculum, Glen Forest Elementary is recognized for its dedicated approach to meeting the needs of English Language Learners and providing robust support systems for all students. The school actively cultivates a strong sense of community through various extracurricular activities and family engagement events. With its focus on rigorous instruction, equity, and building meaningful relationships, the school strives to ensure that every student feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact Glen Forest Elementary at (703) 578-8000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5829 Glen Forest Dr
Falls Church, VA 22041
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GLEN FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Falls Church, VA with about 1,069 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,069
Teachers:
81
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,069 students

Hispanic/Latino
40.0%
White
31.9%
Black or African American
13.5%
Asian
12.4%
Two or more races
1.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.7%

Female
48.2%
Male
51.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.