Serving 397 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Achilles Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Achilles Elementary serves the southeast part of Hayes, VA, covering an area of approximately 54.5 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 7.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Achilles Elementary School's student population of 397 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
397 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Achilles Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Achilles Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#805 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
4%
21%
White
78%
44%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Achilles Elementary School's ranking?
Achilles Elementary School is ranked #805 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Achilles Elementary School often compared to?
Achilles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethel Elementary School, Abingdon Elementary School, Botetourt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Achilles Elementary School?
397 students attend Achilles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Achilles Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Achilles Elementary School?
Achilles Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Achilles Elementary School offer ?
Achilles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Achilles Elementary School part of?
Achilles Elementary School is part of Gloucester County School District.
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