Serving 589 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Armel Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is lower than 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 34% 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: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Armel Elementary serves the southeast part of Winchester, VA, covering an area of approximately 10.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Armel Elementary School's student population of 589 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
589 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Armel 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 Armel Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#929 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)68%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
3%
21%
White
66%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armel Elementary School's ranking?
Armel Elementary School is ranked #929 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Armel Elementary School often compared to?
Armel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bass-hoover Elementary School, Orchard View Elementary School, Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Armel Elementary School?
589 students attend Armel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Armel Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Armel Elementary School?
Armel Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Armel Elementary School offer ?
Armel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Armel Elementary School part of?
Armel Elementary School is part of Frederick County School District.
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