For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 908 students in Clifton, VA.
The top ranked public elementary school in Clifton, VA is Union Mill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clifton, VA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in Clifton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Clifton, VA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Union Mill Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13611 Springstone Dr
Clifton, VA 20124
(703) 322-8500
Clifton, VA 20124
(703) 322-8500
Grades: PK-6
| 908 students
Clifton, Virginia 九游体育s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7010 Clifton Rd
Clifton, VA 20124
(703) 988-8000
Clifton, VA 20124
(703) 988-8000
Grades: PK-6
| 366 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Clifton, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Clifton, VA include Union Mill Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Clifton?
1 public elementary schools are located in Clifton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clifton?
Clifton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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