Belvedere Elementary School
Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: (703) 916-6800
District: Fairfax County Public Schools
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 612 students
Belvedere Elementary School, a public school located in Falls Church, VA, serves grades PK-5 in the Fairfax County Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Belvedere Elementary School is a public school located in Falls Church, VA. 612 students attend Belvedere Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 7/10 | 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 | 9/10 | 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. |
Posted: July 15, 2026
One major improvement would be reducing screen-based learning and returning to paper workbooks, especially in the early grades. Students should spend more time on classroom instruction, complete more meaningful homework, and receive greater support from teachers. Adding teacher aides to classrooms through fourth grade would provide more individualized instruction and help keep students on track. Schools should also strengthen parent involvement by partnering with families to address gaps in foundational learning and ensuring parents are actively involved in reinforcing academic expectations and supporting appropriate disciplinary measures when needed.
Posted: July 15, 2026
Posted: July 15, 2026
Posted: July 15, 2026
Posted: July 15, 2026
Posted: July 15, 2026
Posted: July 15, 2026
Posted: July 15, 2026
Posted: June 16, 2026
My chd is graduating and has been in the AAP program. She has loved it there.
Posted: June 16, 2026
Posted: June 16, 2026
Posted: June 16, 2026
Posted: June 16, 2026
Posted: June 16, 2026
Posted: June 16, 2026
Posted: June 16, 2026
Posted: July 9, 2024
TERRIBLE SCHOOL. The boys get to bully other people and the teachers dont care. But if a girl messes up they will get punished and humiliated in front of the entire grade. The bullying was out of hand this school year. The teachers favor some students and not others for no reason. The school was basically run by the 5th grade boys, it was so messed up. The subtle racism and insensitive jokes and comments made were out of hand. Dont send your child here.
Posted: July 9, 2024
Posted: July 9, 2024
Posted: July 9, 2024
Posted: July 9, 2024
Posted: July 9, 2024
Posted: July 9, 2024
Posted: July 9, 2024
Posted: May 12, 2022
The kids like to bully a lot and I used to go here and everyone is so whitewashed but the teachers always been chill.
Posted: May 12, 2022
Posted: May 12, 2022
Posted: May 12, 2022
Posted: May 12, 2022
Posted: May 12, 2022
Posted: May 12, 2022
Posted: May 12, 2022
Posted: June 20, 2020
Very nice school and teachers they are very helpful Always.
Posted: June 20, 2020
Posted: June 20, 2020
Posted: June 20, 2020
Posted: June 20, 2020
Posted: June 20, 2020
Posted: June 20, 2020
Posted: March 6, 2020
Excellent school with caring devoted teachers and administrators that miraculously meet the needs of an incredibly diverse population of different needs students from those with learning disabilities to advanced academics. My children and those of my neighbors are thriving here academically and socially. Our entire community is thriving because of Belvedere. My children and their peers are surrounded by caring adults in this community-with Belvedere at its center.
Posted: March 6, 2020
Posted: March 6, 2020
Posted: March 6, 2020
Posted: March 6, 2020
Posted: March 6, 2020
Posted: March 6, 2020
Posted: March 6, 2018
Posted: March 6, 2018
Posted: March 6, 2018
Posted: March 6, 2018
Posted: March 6, 2018
Posted: March 6, 2018
This is a good school. It is the only IB PYP elementary school in FCPS. It got the Distinguished Title 1 achievement award this year ( one of 2 ES schools in Virginia ). I am surprised that the score is higher. Teachers here are great. Happy that both of my kids attended.
Posted: October 25, 2017
Posted: October 25, 2017
Posted: October 25, 2017
Posted: October 25, 2017
Posted: October 25, 2017
Posted: October 25, 2017
I feel very lucky that both of my girls had a chance to go to Belvedere Elementary. The school has a great spirit, PTA is very active with soooo many options for after-school activities. Plus I could not wish for better teachers for my girls. Mr. Klos is a dream teacher who in addition to academics, also helps kids become well rounded individuals who are self-sufficient, emotionally aware, globally minded and independent. Five stars.
Posted: October 25, 2017
Posted: October 27, 2016
Effective Principal, passionate teachers and outstanding PTA. Students are encouraged to learn, to explore and to excel.
Posted: October 11, 2016
Posted: October 11, 2016
Posted: October 11, 2016
Posted: October 11, 2016
These students are encouraged to develop great citizen skills, open mindedness and respect for everyone.
Posted: October 11, 2016
Posted: October 11, 2016
Posted: October 11, 2016
Great school! IB primary program; only public one for elementary in Fairfax County. Excellent teachers and principals...caring counselors and an amazing PTA! This is a very diverse Title I school with an AAP program as well as a preschool, headstart,sacc, and PTA run afterschool enrichment program all year. I'm a parent of a student and also volunteer.
Posted: November 14, 2014
I volunteered here one day/week in 2013-2014 while my children attended Belvedere. It's a wonderful place. The new administration and PTA completely turned this school around from where it was in the early 2000s. Both of my children had wonderful years, met terrific friends who live in our neighborhood, and had outstanding teachers.
Posted: October 22, 2014
Belvedere Elementary has experienced a dramatic transformation for the highest standards in education excellence since the arrival of Principal Vanderhye in 2010. The tone for parent-teacher interaction has improved markedly resulting in greater parent participation. Belevedere now warmly welcomes parental involvement. The PTA is unbelievably active and supportive of the schools many diverse programs. One of the most recent additions has been the introduction of the WATCH D.O.G.S, a National PTA sanctioned program that involves fathers and father figures to be present at the school to support any activities that the principal request of them throughout the school day. Over 100 dads are looking into how they can sign up. Transformative!!
Posted: May 25, 2013
These reviews are out dated; Belvedere has a new dynamic Principal, will be the first elementary school in Fairfax to implement the IB program in Fall of 2013. The student population is very diverse.
Posted: April 24, 2010
I is an educational learing machine for kids! My child loves it!
Posted: March 10, 2010
The Advanced Academic Program is an excellent opportunity for more advanced children to further develop and improve, (and not getting bored), beyond the standard class room curricula. The AA Resource Teacher, does an outstanding job in this respect. However, as far as the normal class activities goes; it depends entirely on the teacher's capabilities and attitudes. Unfortunately, the principal is most interested in being a principal, and does not foster any welcoming environment for parents to get, and be involved with the school. This is evident when you look at the participation at the PTA events. Fund risers are always the same old hat, new initiatives, of any kind, are non-existent. Spend one year involved in activities at Belvedere ES, and you will know how the next year will pan out. And the next....
Posted: March 9, 2010
I am very surprised at this schools ranking. I moved here from Frisco,Tx which has excellent schools. My children LOVE Belvedere! They are being challenged, have great responsibilties in school, and are having fun. The teachers and staff are always kind and are prompt in handling any questions I have had. There are so many things going on at this school it is hard to keep up! I am truly happy with our decision to send our children here and hope others will visit the school before judging it. It really is a wonderful school.
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
| # | Name | Type | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Broyhill Crest | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Annandale | VA | 1.8 mi | |
| 2 | Falls Church City | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Falls Church | VA | 3 mi | |
| 3 | North Springfield | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Springfield | VA | 3 mi | |
| 4 | Cameron Station | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 3.2 mi | |
| 5 | Leeway Overlee - N Arlington | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Arlington | VA | 3.3 mi | |
| 6 | Shreevewood | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Falls Church | VA | 3.9 mi | |
| 7 | Shirlington | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Arlington | VA | 4.4 mi | |
| 8 | Willow Woods | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Annandale | VA | 4.5 mi | |
| 9 | Greenwood | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Springfield | VA | 4.5 mi | |
| 10 | Cardinal Square | Condominium/Townhouse | West Springfield | VA | 4.8 mi | |
| 11 | Hayfield Farms | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria/Kingstowne | VA | 4.8 mi | |
| 12 | Twenty400 | Apartment Complex | Arlington | VA | 4.8 mi | |
| 13 | Cardinal Forest | Neighborhood/Subdivision | West Springfield | VA | 4.9 mi | |
| 14 | Barkley | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Fairfax | VA | 5 mi | |
| 15 | Burgundy Woods | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 5.1 mi | |
| 16 | Wilton Woods | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 5.1 mi | |
| 17 | Kingstowne | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 5.2 mi | |
| 18 | Long Branch | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Annandale | VA | 5.2 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Annandale | Annandale | VA | 1.6 mi | |
| 2 | Fairfax County | Springfield | VA | 3.5 mi | |
| 3 | Springfield | Springfield | VA | 3.6 mi | |
| 4 | Falls Church | Falls Church | VA | 3.8 mi | |
| 5 | West Falls Church | Falls Church | VA | 3.9 mi | |
| 6 | Kingstowne | Alexandria | VA | 5 mi | |
| 7 | West Springfield | West Springfield | VA | 5.3 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| Mark Center Alexandria | 2.9 mi. |
| Defense Health Headquarters Falls Church | 2.9 mi. |
| Henderson Hall | 5.5 mi. |
| Fort Myer | 5.6 mi. |
| Pentagon | 6.5 mi. |
| Bolling AFB Joint Base Anacostia | 8.2 mi. |
| Fort McNair | 8.5 mi. |
| Coast Guard Headquarters DC | 8.6 mi. |
| Fort Belvoir | 8.9 mi. |
| Washington Navy Yard | 9.6 mi. |
| Marine Barracks Washington | 9.8 mi. |
| Walter Reed Medical Center | 12 mi. |
| Andrews AFB | 15.3 mi. |
| NRO Chantilly | 15.5 mi. |
| Indian Head Naval Base | 17.3 mi. |
| Quantico Marine Base | 25.8 mi. |
| Fort Meade NSA | 29.1 mi. |
| Dahlgren NSWC | 35 mi. |
| US Naval Academy | 38 mi. |
| Annapolis Naval Station | 39 mi. |
| Coast Guard Curtis Bay | 40.7 mi. |
| Fort Detrick | 43.7 mi. |
Refine Search
National Ad
