Forest Edge Elementary

1501 Beacontree Ln
Reston, VA 20190

454 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 6th

School Overview

Forest Edge Elementary School, located in the heart of Reston, Virginia, is a vibrant community-focused school serving students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. Part of the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) district, the school is well-regarded for its emphasis on creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. It is particularly noted for its commitment to project-based learning and the integration of technology, which helps foster critical thinking and collaboration among its diverse student body.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Forest Edge is recognized for its strong ties to the local Reston community and its proactive approach to student well-being. The school benefits from a highly active Parent Teacher Association (PTA) that supports various enrichment programs, cultural events, and extracurricular activities. With a mission centered on nurturing the "whole child," Forest Edge strives to provide a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to be curious, empathetic, and engaged lifelong learners.

454

Total Students

39.9

Full-Time Teachers

11.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

78.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Forest Edge Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	139
Hispanic	112
Black	140
Asian	37
Two or More	26

Black
140 (30.8%)
White
139 (30.6%)
Hispanic
112 (24.7%)
Asian
37 (8.1%)
Two or More
26 (5.7%)

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)925-8000
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 6th
Total Students:	454
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	39.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	356
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* 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

Pre-Kindergarten 51

Kindergarten 52

Grade 1 59

Grade 2 48

Grade 3 71

Grade 4 56

Grade 5 59

Grade 6 58

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Forest Edge Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	51
Kindergarten	52
Grade 1	59
Grade 2	48
Grade 3	71
Grade 4	56
Grade 5	59
Grade 6	58

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Forest Edge Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	216	47.6%
Male	238	52.4%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)