Canterbury Woods Elementary

4910 Willet Dr
Annandale, VA 22003

787 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 6th

School Overview

Canterbury Woods Elementary School, located in Annandale, Virginia, is a public elementary school serving students in Fairfax County. As part of the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) system, the school is known for its focus on providing a comprehensive academic foundation while fostering a supportive and inclusive community environment. The school typically serves students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade and is recognized for its dedicated staff and active parent-teacher association, which plays a significant role in enhancing the educational experience for its students.

Beyond its core curriculum, Canterbury Woods is often noted for its emphasis on developing well-rounded learners through various enrichment programs and a commitment to academic excellence. The school encourages a collaborative culture where teachers, families, and students work together to meet diverse learning needs. Situated in a residential area of Annandale, the school functions as a neighborhood hub, promoting values of citizenship, responsibility, and lifelong learning within a safe and engaging educational setting.

787

Total Students

50.0

Full-Time Teachers

15.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

12.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Canterbury Woods Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	364
Hispanic	102
Black	45
Asian	193
Two or More	81
American Indian	2

White
364 (46.3 %)
Asian
193 (24.5 %)
Hispanic
102 (13.0 %)
Two or More
81 (10.3 %)
Black
45 (5.7 %)
American Indian
2 (0.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Fairfax County Public Schools
Phone:	(703)764-5600
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 6th
Total Students:	787
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	50.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	78
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	19

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 69

Grade 1 56

Grade 2 80

Grade 3 131

Grade 4 127

Grade 5 163

Grade 6 161

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Canterbury Woods Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	69
Grade 1	56
Grade 2	80
Grade 3	131
Grade 4	127
Grade 5	163
Grade 6	161

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Canterbury Woods Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	404	51.3%
Male	383	48.7%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)