Saratoga Elementary

8111 Northumberland Rd
Springfield, VA 22153

612 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 6th

School Overview

Saratoga Elementary School, located in Springfield, Virginia, is a part of the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) district. Serving students in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade, the school is known for its diverse student body and a commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive learning environment. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to balance academic rigor with social-emotional development to ensure that students are well-prepared for their transition to middle school and beyond.

As an active member of the local Springfield community, Saratoga Elementary places a strong emphasis on family engagement and community partnerships. The school utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to meet the needs of its diverse learners, including dedicated programs for English language learners and students requiring additional academic support. With a focus on cultivating global citizens, the school encourages students to develop critical thinking skills and respect for others, all within a nurturing setting that prioritizes the well-being and growth of every child.

612

Total Students

51.4

Full-Time Teachers

11.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

42.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Saratoga Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	208
Hispanic	142
Black	112
Asian	107
Two or More	42
American Indian	1

White
208 (34.0%)
Hispanic
142 (23.2%)
Black
112 (18.3%)
Asian
107 (17.5%)
Two or More
42 (6.9%)
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)440-2600
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 6th
Total Students:	612
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	51.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	224
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	34

* 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 41

Kindergarten 79

Grade 1 87

Grade 2 77

Grade 3 92

Grade 4 75

Grade 5 88

Grade 6 73

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Saratoga Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	41
Kindergarten	79
Grade 1	87
Grade 2	77
Grade 3	92
Grade 4	75
Grade 5	88
Grade 6	73

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Saratoga Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	289	47.2%
Male	323	52.8%

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