Newington Forest Elementary

School Overview
Newington Forest Elementary School, located in Springfield, Virginia, is a neighborhood school within the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) district. Serving students from kindergarten through sixth grade, the school is known for fostering a collaborative community environment that prioritizes academic growth alongside social-emotional development. Its curriculum adheres to the rigorous standards set by Fairfax County, with a strong emphasis on literacy, mathematics, and science, while providing a variety of resources to support diverse learners and students with specific educational needs.

Beyond the classroom, Newington Forest is recognized for its active school culture, which encourages strong partnerships between parents, staff, and the local community. The school prides itself on maintaining an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage in extracurricular activities, character-building programs, and collaborative projects. Its location in a quiet residential area of Springfield makes it a central hub for families in the neighborhood, reflecting a commitment to creating a safe and supportive foundation for young learners as they progress toward middle school.
572
Total Students
36.8
Full-Time Teachers
15.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
26.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Newington Forest Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White275
Hispanic120
Black57
Asian65
Two or More54
American Indian1
  • White
    275 (48.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    120 (21.0 %)
  • Asian
    65 (11.4 %)
  • Black
    57 (10.0 %)
  • Two or More
    54 (9.4 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
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)923-2600
Grade Range: Pre-K - 6th
Total Students: 572
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 36.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 126
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 23
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 2
Kindergarten 87
Grade 1 84
Grade 2 73
Grade 3 88
Grade 4 87
Grade 5 79
Grade 6 72

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Newington Forest Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten2
Kindergarten87
Grade 184
Grade 273
Grade 388
Grade 487
Grade 579
Grade 672
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Newington Forest Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female28349.5%
Male28950.5%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)