Overview

Cardinal Forest Elementary School is a public school in Springfield, VA, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 169 elementary schools in Fairfax County Public Schools.

School Rating

Cardinal Forest Elementary School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in Virginia with the same grade levels.
6/10
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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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ACADEMICS

Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School


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Neighborhood

8600 Forrester Boulevard
Springfield, VA 22152
School leader: Ms Felicia Drake
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