Serving 951 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Coates Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 951 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coates Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Coates Elementary School's student population of 951 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
951 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Coates Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coates Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1273 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
21%
8%
Hispanic
31%
19%
Black
24%
22%
White
18%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coates Elementary School's ranking?
Coates Elementary School is ranked #1273 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Coates Elementary School often compared to?
Coates Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcnair Elementary School, Floris Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Coates Elementary School?
951 students attend Coates Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Coates Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 21% of students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coates Elementary School?
Coates Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Coates Elementary School offer ?
Coates Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Coates Elementary School part of?
Coates Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
School Reviews
5 4/1/2021
Good teachers, very diverse with cultures, overall very happy experience.
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