Park Ridge Elementary School
Stafford, VA 22554
Phone: (540) 658-6320
District: Stafford County Public Schools
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 910 students
Park Ridge Elementary School, a public school located in Stafford, VA, serves grades K-5 in the Stafford County Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Park Ridge Elementary School is a public school located in Stafford, VA. 910 students attend Park Ridge Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
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| Test Scores | 5/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Virginia Standards of Learning data from Virginia Department of Education, and using 2025 Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) End-of-Course data from Virginia Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 6/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from Virginia Department of Education. |
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This is a very good school I went there since 2nd grade it was amazing I made such amazing friends there and I learned new things
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Nothing wrong with school or teacher or kids. One of the greatest ways for parents to help their children learn English is by attempting to learn English themselves. When parents are able to use English at home, more opportunities will arise for children to practice speaking and listening. Parents and children practicing their new skills together can be a great motivator.Even parents who are fluent in English can demonstrate the importance of learning by focusing on an area of improvement, such as studying a difficult novel to learn complex vocabulary or bettering their writing skills.
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We have three children currently enrolled here and our kids are thriving.
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Posted: September 20, 2018
Very disappointed in Park Ridge Elementary. We have since moved to a new school district, and our children are behind academically and working to catch up.
The students frequently have "indoor recess" and do not get adequate opportunities for physical activity. Students are ignored by lunchroom staff, who are looking at their phones. I believe most of the teachers are sufficiently trained and well intentioned, but my interactions with the principle were defensive and unproductive. Communication from teachers and administrators was lacking. Important school policies were changed without informing parents.
I believe homework was appropriate and they made good use of educational apps in math and reading.
If your child is quiet and well behaved, they will most likely be ignored. If your child is deemed to have a "behavior issue", the school has no plan for consistent and appropriate discipline. These were my experiences. I sincerely hope that things change for the better. If you have a choice, I would not recommend sending your children to Park Ridge.
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Our oldest has gone from Kindergarten through Second Grade here, Wonderful school. Very safe and gives the children perfect opportunities to excel.
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We love the school,especially third grade teacher Mrs.master is wonderful teacher to both of my girls.
Posted: March 10, 2018
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We love the school ,especially Mrs.Masters is wonderful teacher to both of my girls
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We are very happy with this school
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I love park Ridge Elementary School, Since my son had been attending to the school I had seen the improvement in his academy skills, Mrs Vargas his first grader teacher is great...
Posted: April 30, 2014
We are very happy with this school. We have had the most wonderful experiences with Ms. Peterson a third grade teacher. She inspires the students to love learning.
Posted: February 14, 2014
This is a school who loves it's students and tries to meet the needs of each one. Compassionate teachers, especially in the special education capacity. Highly recommend this school; our two children enjoyed going there.
Posted: May 12, 2012
I was a graduate. I was S.C.A president in 2010-2011 school year. I t was the best school ever and I recommend it .
Posted: November 7, 2011
This is an amazing school. The teachers and staff go above and beyond the call of duty for your child. If your child has special needs they will do everything they can to help.
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
| # | Name | Type | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Park Ridge The Towns | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Stafford | VA | 0.3 mi | |
| 2 | Park Ridge - The Manors | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Stafford | VA | 0.5 mi | |
| 3 | Eastern View | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Stafford | VA | 0.6 mi | |
| 4 | Autumn Ridge | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Stafford | VA | 0.9 mi | |
| 5 | Hampton Oaks | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Stafford | VA | 1.4 mi | |
| 6 | Vista Woods | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Stafford | VA | 1.7 mi | |
| 7 | Austin Ridge | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Stafford | VA | 2 mi | |
| 8 | Augustine | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Stafford | VA | 2.1 mi | |
| 9 | Apple Grove | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Stafford | VA | 2.2 mi | |
| 10 | St. George's Estates | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Stafford | VA | 2.5 mi | |
| 11 | Woodstream | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Stafford | VA | 2.6 mi | |
| 12 | Hunter's Pond | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Stafford | VA | 3.2 mi | |
| 13 | Aquia Harbour | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Aquia Harbour | VA | 3.3 mi | |
| 14 | Amber Hill | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Stafford | VA | 3.4 mi | |
| 15 | Embrey Mills | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Stafford | VA | 3.7 mi | |
| 16 | Manors of Greenridge | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Stafford | VA | 3.8 mi | |
| 17 | Aquia Harbour | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Stafford | VA | 4.4 mi | |
| 18 | Potomac Highlands | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Triangle | VA | 8.3 mi | |
| 19 | Stafford Lakes Village | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Fredericksburg | VA | 8.7 mi | |
| 20 | Leeland Station | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Fredericksburg | VA | 8.7 mi | |
| 21 | Stonewall Manor | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Triangle | VA | 9.3 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
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| 1 | Public Quarry at Government Island | Stafford | VA | 3.5 mi | |
| 2 | Stafford | Stafford | VA | 3.7 mi | |
| 3 | Leeland Station Area | Fredericksburg | VA | 7.9 mi | |
| 4 | Aquia Landing Park | Stafford | VA | 9 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| Quantico Marine Base | 5 mi. |
| Indian Head Naval Base | 17.1 mi. |
| Fort Belvoir | 23.5 mi. |
| Dahlgren NSWC | 24.2 mi. |
| Fort AP Hill | 28 mi. |
| NRO Chantilly | 28.8 mi. |
| Defense Health Headquarters Falls Church | 30.6 mi. |
| Mark Center Alexandria | 30.9 mi. |
| Henderson Hall | 34.4 mi. |
| Bolling AFB Joint Base Anacostia | 34.8 mi. |
| Fort Myer | 35 mi. |
| Pentagon | 35.1 mi. |
| Coast Guard Headquarters DC | 36.2 mi. |
| Fort McNair | 36.4 mi. |
| Washington Navy Yard | 37.3 mi. |
| Marine Barracks Washington | 37.7 mi. |
| Andrews AFB | 38.3 mi. |
| Walter Reed Medical Center | 41.7 mi. |
