GUNSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Gunston Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Fairfax County Public Schools school district, located in Lorton, VA with about 505 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 34 teachers, Gunston Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.
Gunston Elementary School is a public school located in Lorton, Virginia, serving students in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade as part of the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) system. Situated in a residential area near the Potomac River, the school is known for its strong sense of community and its commitment to providing a supportive, inclusive learning environment. The facility is designed to accommodate a diverse student population, offering a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes core academic subjects alongside enrichment opportunities in arts, physical education, and technology.
The school places a significant focus on fostering student growth through both academic rigor and social-emotional development. With a dedicated staff and an active Parent Teacher Association (PTA), Gunston Elementary encourages parental involvement and community collaboration to enhance the educational experience. As an FCPS institution, it benefits from the resources and standardized instructional strategies of one of the largest and most highly regarded school districts in the United States, aiming to prepare its students for successful transitions into middle school and beyond.
For more information, contact Gunston Elementary at (703) 541-3600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 541-3600
GUNSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Lorton, VA with about 505 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Fairfax County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 505
- Teachers:
- 34.9
- 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
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 505 students
- White
- 29.9%
- Black or African American
- 29.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 21.8%
- Asian
- 12.1%
- Two or more races
- 6.7%
- Female
- 47.5%
- Male
- 52.5%
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.