School Overview
Countryside Elementary, located in the Cascades community of Sterling, Virginia, is a well-regarded public school serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade as part of the Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) district. The school is known for its strong sense of community and its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages both academic achievement and social-emotional growth. With a curriculum aligned with state standards, Countryside emphasizes foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often integrating modern technology to enhance student engagement.

Beyond the classroom, Countryside Elementary is recognized for its active parental involvement and a robust PTA that organizes various enrichment activities, events, and extracurricular opportunities. The school prides itself on maintaining a collaborative atmosphere where teachers, staff, and families work together to meet the diverse needs of their student population. Its location within the suburban Sterling area makes it a central hub for neighborhood families, contributing to the school’s reputation as a stable and welcoming educational environment for young learners.
648
Total Students
57.4
Full-Time Teachers
11.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
51.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Countryside Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White231
Hispanic218
Black79
Asian79
Two or More36
American Indian4
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    231 (35.6%)
  • Hispanic
    218 (33.6%)
  • Black
    79 (12.2%)
  • Asian
    79 (12.2%)
  • Two or More
    36 (5.6%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.6%)
  • Pacific Islander
    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: Loudoun County Public Schools
Phone: (571)434-3250
Website: http://www.lcps.org/countryside
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 648
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 57.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 291
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 42
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 121
Grade 1 99
Grade 2 108
Grade 3 109
Grade 4 110
Grade 5 101

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Countryside Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten121
Grade 199
Grade 2108
Grade 3109
Grade 4110
Grade 5101
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Countryside Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female30547.1%
Male34352.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)