Barrett Elementary School

Barrett Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
4401 N Henderson Rd,  Arlington, VA
Arlington Public Schools
4.6
527 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ms. Theresa D. Bratt
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Math Proficiency
27%
Reading Proficiency
47%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
C+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
27%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers
56
Full Time Teachers
56
Teachers in First or Second Year
24.3%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
385:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.3%
Female
46.7%
Hispanic
54.3%
White
24.9%
Black
9.1%
Two or more races
5.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.2%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.6 13 Reviews
1.0 parent
7/26/2025
We have had a terrible experience at Barrett. The administration is weak and ineffective. They have some serious behavior issues and parent involvement is minimal.
5.0 parent
5/20/2019
Barrett has been a joy for my family. There is a sense of community and caring among the families that attend. My kids get exposed to many cultures and experience. Like all other Arlington schools the system is great and the teachers are wonderful.
5.0 parent
12/13/2014
Our school has been great for my daughter. In the first semester of Kindergarten, our daughter has progressed so much further than when she was in pre-school this year. She loves her teacher, Mrs. Kirk, and the school and the PTA keep you well informed about our daughter's progress and school develo...
5.0 parent
4/13/2014
The teachers at Barrett are superb. They get to know each child as an individual so that they can better foster his or her development. The Barrett Community is friendly and welcoming. The school has tons of resources to insure that every child learns. In particular we like that it is a NASA explore...

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Barrett Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Arlington, VA and is served by the Arlington Public Schools in Virginia. The school has a total enrollment of 527 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Academic records show that 27% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 47% are proficient in reading. Barrett Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,084,774. Discover additional schools in the area, like Langston High School Continuation Program, Wakefield High School, Washington Liberty High School, and more. Learn more about what Arlington has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Barrett Elementary School.

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