TERRA CENTRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Terra Centre Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Fairfax County Public Schools school district, located in Burke, VA with about 598 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 38 teachers, Terra Centre Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Terra Centre Elementary School, located in Burke, Virginia, is a well-regarded public school serving students from kindergarten through sixth grade. As part of the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) district, the school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and for fostering a supportive, inclusive learning environment. The school emphasizes the development of the "whole child," balancing rigorous curriculum standards with social-emotional learning to ensure students are prepared for success in middle school and beyond.

The school is deeply integrated into the Burke Centre community, often serving as a hub for local families and extracurricular involvement. Terra Centre prides itself on maintaining strong partnerships between staff, parents, and the broader community, which helps create a collaborative atmosphere. With a dedicated faculty and a variety of enrichment programs, the school focuses on cultivating a positive school culture where students are encouraged to be curious, responsible, and engaged citizens.

For more information, contact Terra Centre Elementary at (703) 249-1400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.