Dogwood Elementary

Summary:

Dogwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Reston, Virginia, serving around 690 students in grades PK-6. The school is part of the Fairfax County Public Schools district, which is ranked 41 out of 130 school districts in Virginia and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Dogwood Elementary faces significant challenges in terms of academic performance, consistently ranking in the bottom 10% of Virginia elementary schools over the past decade. The school's performance on state assessments (SOL tests) is significantly lower than the Fairfax County and Virginia state averages across all grade levels and subject areas. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, the percentage of Dogwood students proficient or better in Math ranged from 31.4% (3rd grade) to 53.75% (6th grade), compared to 71.31% and 65.3% for Fairfax County, respectively. Dogwood's performance is particularly low for certain student subgroups, such as White students, Hispanic students, and students from low socioeconomic backgrounds.

While Dogwood Elementary has a relatively low student-teacher ratio and spends a relatively high amount per student, these efforts do not appear to be translating into significantly improved academic outcomes. The school's diverse student population and high percentage of students from low-income families may be contributing factors to these challenges. In comparison, nearby schools like Terraset Elementary and Floris Elementary consistently rank in the top 50% of Virginia elementary schools and outperform Dogwood on state assessments.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-6

 12300 Glade Dr
       Reston, VA  20191


(703) 262-3100

District: Fairfax County Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
1050th of 1,114 Virginia Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $12,933 Help


Students who attend Dogwood Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Hughes Middle
High:    South Lakes High

Student/teacher ratio:  12.9 Help
Number of students:  739

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
56.8%
African American:
16.5%
White:
12.6%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  85.9% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Dogwood Elementary ranks worse than 94.3% of elementary schools in Virginia. It also ranks 127th among 137 ranked elementary schools in the Fairfax County Public Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 7.73. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Dogwood Elementary is diverse. Racial makeup is: Hispanic (56.8%), African American (16.5%), White (12.6%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 85.9% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Dogwood Elementary is 12.9, which is the 37th best among 137 elementary schools in the Fairfax County Public Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Dogwood Elementary is $12,933, which is the 30th highest among 137 elementary schools in the Fairfax County Public Schools District.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Dogwood Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Dogwood Elementary 1050th of 1114 Virginia public elementary schools. (See Dogwood Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Fairfax County Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Fairfax County Public Schools 41st of 130 Virginia school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Dogwood Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Dogwood Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2005 24.02 930th 1062 12.4%
2006 9.25 1045th 1071 2.4%
2007 16.50 1015th 1083 6.3%
2008 18.33 1016th 1081 6.0%
2009 29.70 918th 1082 15.2%
2010 45.58 726th 1113 34.8%
2011 36.03 857th 1117 23.3%
2012 28.36 954th 1117 14.6%
2013 21.85 971st 1120 13.3%
2014 26.10 938th 1110 15.5%
2015 26.81 907th 1100 17.5%
2016 15.88 1013th 1096 7.6%
2017 6.74 1065th 1099 3.1%
2018 4.10 1069th 1097 2.6%
2019 9.06 1054th 1105 4.6%
2021 8.53 1028th 1103 6.8%
2022 19.05 939th 1109 15.3%
2023 12.02 1003rd 1114 10.0%
2024 7.73 1050th 1114 5.7%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Dogwood Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 33.03 214th 300 28.7%
2024 29.32 228th 306 25.5%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Dogwood Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 13.87 960th 1036 7.3%
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Rank History for Female students at Dogwood Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 8.59 1036th 1100 5.8%
2024 9.45 1026th 1098 6.6%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Dogwood Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 22.73 318th 355 10.4%
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Rank History for Male students at Dogwood Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 17.97 950th 1093 13.1%
2024 8.58 1045th 1101 5.1%
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Rank History for African American students at Dogwood Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 47.09 339th 579 41.5%
2024 45.69 353rd 588 40.0%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Dogwood Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 17.83 495th 564 12.2%
2024 12.86 535th 580 7.8%
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Rank History for White students at Dogwood Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 37.68 690th 984 29.9%
2024 4.68 966th 979 1.3%
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Data source: test scores: Virginia Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Dogwood Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 682 682
1990 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 650 650
1991 0 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 674 674
1992 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 691 691
1993 274 198 103 59 2 n/a n/a 0 636
1994 238 204 107 69 1 n/a n/a 0 619
1995 207 196 119 91 2 n/a n/a 0 615
1996 207 196 119 91 2 n/a n/a 0 615
1997 198 165 122 96 2 n/a n/a 0 583
1998 186 146 118 99 3 n/a n/a 0 552
1999 162 124 115 119 4 n/a n/a 0 524
2000 161 127 112 133 4 n/a n/a -4 533
2001 132 120 123 166 3 n/a n/a 0 544
2002 118 125 110 265 2 n/a n/a 29 649
2003 118 125 110 265 2 n/a n/a 29 649
2004 116 118 90 291 2 n/a n/a 27 644
2005 103 138 85 304 2 n/a n/a 22 654
2006 105 123 70 323 0 n/a n/a 16 637
2007 92 118 68 308 2 n/a n/a 34 622
2008 96 102 67 279 2 n/a n/a 36 582
2009 95 100 59 330 0 n/a n/a 34 618
2010 97 106 59 371 0 n/a n/a 28 661
2011 111 95 48 420 0 1 17 0 692
2012 124 85 64 468 2 2 27 0 772
2013 133 100 55 497 4 2 34 0 825
2014 132 114 57 503 5 2 27 0 840
2015 103 133 49 517 4 2 20 0 828
2016 87 142 39 487 3 1 13 0 772
2017 63 125 42 502 1 1 13 0 747
2018 71 109 30 480 5 2 18 0 715
2019 95 114 38 459 4 2 17 0 729
2020 86 107 41 465 5 2 25 0 731
2021 75 115 44 405 5 1 24 0 669
2022 69 109 34 416 7 1 18 0 654
2023 76 104 52 424 7 0 27 0 690
2024 93 122 74 420 5 0 25 0 739

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

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Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Dogwood Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 682 43.3 15.7 n/a
1990 650 44.7 14.5 n/a
1991 674 43.1 15.6 n/a
1992 691 43.9 15.7 n/a
1993 636 41.3 15.4 n/a
1994 619 37.2 n/a 32.5
1995 615 n/a 0.0 34.8
1996 615 n/a 0.0 34.8
1997 583 n/a 0.0 35
1998 552 n/a 0.0 34.4
1999 524 44.2 11.9 44.5
2000 533 n/a 0.0 41.2
2001 544 45.5 12.0 41.5
2002 649 59.5 10.9 52.4
2003 649 59.5 10.9 52.4
2004 644 56.5 11.4 55.6
2005 654 56.5 11.6 56.8
2006 637 62.0 10.3 58
2007 622 68.5 9.1 62.8
2008 582 50.9 11.4 65
2009 618 50.0 12.4 63.9
2010 661 42.5 15.5 73.9
2011 692 58.1 11.9 72.5
2012 772 63.2 12.2 68.9
2013 825 65.0 12.6 71.2
2014 840 65.0 12.9 71
2015 828 68.0 12.1 72
2016 772 65.0 11.8 72.9
2017 747 61.3 12.1 73.4
2018 715 55.3 12.9 74.5
2019 729 58.7 12.4 81.9
2020 731 59.0 12.3 81.4
2021 669 59.6 11.2 n/a
2022 654 60.7 10.7 91
2023 690 53.0 13.0 82.2
2024 739 56.9 12.9 85.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Dogwood Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 682 43.3 15.7 n/a
1990 650 44.7 14.5 n/a
1991 674 43.1 15.6 n/a
1992 691 43.9 15.7 n/a
1993 636 41.3 15.4 n/a
1994 619 37.2 n/a 32.5
1995 615 n/a 0.0 34.8
1996 615 n/a 0.0 34.8
1997 583 n/a 0.0 35
1998 552 n/a 0.0 34.4
1999 524 44.2 11.9 44.5
2000 533 n/a 0.0 41.2
2001 544 45.5 12.0 41.5
2002 649 59.5 10.9 52.4
2003 649 59.5 10.9 52.4
2004 644 56.5 11.4 55.6
2005 654 56.5 11.6 56.8
2006 637 62.0 10.3 58
2007 622 68.5 9.1 62.8
2008 582 50.9 11.4 65
2009 618 50.0 12.4 63.9
2010 661 42.5 15.5 73.9
2011 692 58.1 11.9 72.5
2012 772 63.2 12.2 68.9
2013 825 65.0 12.6 71.2
2014 840 65.0 12.9 71
2015 828 68.0 12.1 72
2016 772 65.0 11.8 72.9
2017 747 61.3 12.1 73.4
2018 715 55.3 12.9 74.5
2019 729 58.7 12.4 81.9
2020 731 59.0 12.3 81.4
2021 669 59.6 11.2 n/a
2022 654 60.7 10.7 91
2023 690 53.0 13.0 82.2
2024 739 56.9 12.9 85.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Dogwood Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $905 (8.0%) $10,416 (92.0%) $11,322
2020 $955 (8.2%) $10,723 (91.8%) $11,678
2021 $1,058 (8.2%) $11,876 (91.8%) $12,933

Data source: Virginia Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Dogwood Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 1054th of 1105 Elementary schoolsRanks 1003rd of 1114 Elementary schools
 5.3%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (Dogwood Elementary)6446.8
 17.2%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Fairfax County Public Schools)8571.3
 13.7%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Virginia)8269.1
 12.9%
3rd Grade English Reading (Dogwood Elementary)3732.5
 4.5%
   3rd Grade English Reading (Fairfax County Public Schools)7269.6
 2.4%
   3rd Grade English Reading (Virginia)7166.1
 4.9%
4th Grade Mathematics (Dogwood Elementary)7850
 28%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Fairfax County Public Schools)8673.8
 12.2%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Virginia)8369.7
 13.3%
4th Grade English Reading (Dogwood Elementary)5342.1
 10.9%
   4th Grade English Reading (Fairfax County Public Schools)7776.3
 0.8%
   4th Grade English Reading (Virginia)7572.7
 2.3%
5th Grade Mathematics (Dogwood Elementary)5450
 4%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Fairfax County Public Schools)7763
 14%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Virginia)8167
 14%
5th Grade Science (Dogwood Elementary)6955.4
 13.6%
   5th Grade Science (Fairfax County Public Schools)8170.7
 10.3%
   5th Grade Science (Virginia)7966
 13%
5th Grade English Reading (Dogwood Elementary)3850.7
 12.7%
   5th Grade English Reading (Fairfax County Public Schools)8075.6
 4.4%
   5th Grade English Reading (Virginia)7871.4
 6.6%
6th Grade Mathematics (Dogwood Elementary)6745.2
 21.8%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Fairfax County Public Schools)8765.2
 21.8%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Virginia)7857.8
 20.2%
6th Grade English Reading (Dogwood Elementary)5543.2
 11.8%
   6th Grade English Reading (Fairfax County Public Schools)8378.5
 4.5%
   6th Grade English Reading (Virginia)7770.4
 6.6%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students729690
 5.3%
African American114104
 8.8%
American Indian47
 75%
Asian3852
 36.8%
Hispanic459424
 7.6%
Pacific Islander20
 100%
White9576
 20%
Two or More Races1727
 58.8%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients81.9%82.2%
 0.3%


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Students who attend Dogwood Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Hughes Middle
High : South Lakes High

Dogwood Elementary ranks in the bottom 5.7% of Virginia elementary schools.

In the 2023-24 school year, 739 students attended Dogwood Elementary.

Students at Dogwood Elementary are 57% Hispanic, 17% African American, 13% White, 10% Asian, 3% Two or more races.


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