Terraset Elementary

11411 Ridge Heights Rd
Reston, VA 20191

598 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 6th

School Overview

Terraset Elementary School, located in Reston, Virginia, is a prominent member of the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) district. The school is well-known for its unique architectural design, as it was originally built partially underground to maximize energy efficiency—a feature that earned it historical attention and a distinctive place in the local community. It serves a diverse student population and is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of 21st-century skills.

Beyond its physical structure, Terraset is recognized for its strong focus on community engagement and a robust curriculum that integrates technology and innovative teaching practices. The school benefits from its location in the heart of Reston, leveraging nearby resources and local partnerships to enrich the student experience. By prioritizing a supportive atmosphere and high educational standards, Terraset strives to prepare its students to become responsible, inquisitive, and collaborative members of the global community.

598

Total Students

46.2

Full-Time Teachers

12.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

34.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Terraset Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	276
Hispanic	186
Black	54
Asian	32
Two or More	49
American Indian	1

White
276 (46.2%)
Hispanic
186 (31.1%)
Black
54 (9.0%)
Two or More
49 (8.2%)
Asian
32 (5.4%)
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)390-5600
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 6th
Total Students:	598
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	46.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	189
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	15

* 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 31

Kindergarten 69

Grade 1 85

Grade 2 85

Grade 3 92

Grade 4 76

Grade 5 89

Grade 6 71

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Terraset Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	31
Kindergarten	69
Grade 1	85
Grade 2	85
Grade 3	92
Grade 4	76
Grade 5	89
Grade 6	71

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Terraset Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	275	46%
Male	323	54%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)