Achilles Elementary School

9306 Guinea Road
Hayes, VA 23072
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 434 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 434 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Top 50% in VA
  • : 75% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Achilles Elementary School's student population of 434 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers

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 0.34, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#805 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
75%
68%
(20-21)
65-69%
69%
(20-21)
50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
4%
22%
White
81%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.34
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
434 students attend Achilles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Achilles Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 434 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 75% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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