School Overview
Countryside Elementary, located in the Cascades community of Sterling, Virginia, is a well-regarded public school serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade as part of the Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) district. The school is known for its strong sense of community and its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages both academic achievement and social-emotional growth. With a curriculum aligned with state standards, Countryside emphasizes foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often integrating modern technology to enhance student engagement.

Beyond the classroom, Countryside Elementary is recognized for its active parental involvement and a robust PTA that organizes various enrichment activities, events, and extracurricular opportunities. The school prides itself on maintaining a collaborative atmosphere where teachers, staff, and families work together to meet the diverse needs of their student population. Its location within the suburban Sterling area makes it a central hub for neighborhood families, contributing to the school’s reputation as a stable and welcoming educational environment for young learners.
636
Total Students
50.5
Full-Time Teachers
12.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
52.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Countryside Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White238
Hispanic185
Black73
Asian82
Two or More54
American Indian3
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    238 (37.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    185 (29.1 %)
  • Asian
    82 (12.9 %)
  • Black
    73 (11.5 %)
  • Two or More
    54 (8.5 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.5 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    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: Loudoun County Public Schools
Phone: (571)434-3250
Website: http://www.lcps.org/countryside
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 636
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 50.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 291
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 42
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 101
Grade 1 112
Grade 2 107
Grade 3 105
Grade 4 116
Grade 5 95

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Countryside Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten101
Grade 1112
Grade 2107
Grade 3105
Grade 4116
Grade 595
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Countryside Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female29947%
Male33753%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)