HUNTERS WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS AND SCIENCES

Hunters Woods Elementary School for the Arts and Sciences is a public elementary school that is part of the Fairfax County Public Schools school district, located in Reston, VA with about 893 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 48 teachers, Hunters Woods Elementary School for the Arts and Sciences has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Hunters Woods Elementary School for the Arts and Sciences, located in Reston, Virginia, is a distinguished public school serving students from kindergarten through sixth grade. As a dedicated magnet school within the Fairfax County Public School system, it is renowned for its specialized curriculum that uniquely integrates rigorous academic standards in science and mathematics with a robust focus on the performing and visual arts. The school fosters a vibrant learning environment where students are encouraged to think critically, solve problems creatively, and express themselves through various artistic mediums, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.

Beyond its academic and arts-focused framework, Hunters Woods is deeply committed to building a strong, inclusive school community. It emphasizes inquiry-based learning, often leveraging its location in Reston to provide students with hands-on, real-world experiences. With a teaching philosophy that values both individual student growth and collaborative effort, the school prepares its diverse student body to succeed in a rapidly evolving world by balancing foundational academic mastery with the creative flexibility required for lifelong learning.

For more information, contact Hunters Woods Elementary School for the Arts and Sciences at (703) 262-7400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2401 Colts Neck Rd
Reston, VA 20191-2608
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HUNTERS WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS AND SCIENCES is a public school in Reston, VA with about 893 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
Total Students:
893
Teachers:
48.25
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
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th 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 893 students

White
44.0%
Asian
23.7%
Black or African American
16.2%
Hispanic/Latino
9.7%
Two or more races
6.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

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.