Serving 760 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Piney Branch Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 760 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Piney Branch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Piney Branch Elementary School's student population of 760 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
760 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Kind, caring, courageous cardinals who soar.
School Rankings
Piney Branch Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Piney Branch Elementary School is 0.70, which is less 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
#424 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)73%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Asian
20%
8%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
7%
21%
White
48%
44%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piney Branch Elementary School's ranking?
Piney Branch Elementary School is ranked #424 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Piney Branch Elementary School often compared to?
Piney Branch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bristow Run Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Piney Branch Elementary School?
760 students attend Piney Branch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Piney Branch Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Piney Branch Elementary School?
Piney Branch Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Piney Branch Elementary School offer ?
Piney Branch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Piney Branch Elementary School part of?
Piney Branch Elementary School is part of Prince William County School District.
In what neighborhood is Piney Branch Elementary School located?
Piney Branch Elementary School is located in the Linton Hall neighborhood of Bristow, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Linton Hall.
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