Serving 393 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Apple Pie Ridge Elementary serves the northeast part of Winchester, VA, covering an area of approximately 33.4 square miles. Most families live about 10-12 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 3.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.4 miles to the furthest point in the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School's student population of 393 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
393 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
School Rankings
Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1478 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
30%
20%
Black
3%
21%
White
61%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ravens
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1478 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Apple Pie Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Armel Elementary School, Evendale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School?
393 students attend Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School?
Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School part of?
Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School is part of Frederick County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
It is a great school, the staff are most helpful and they keep us well informed about our kids progress in school.
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