Serving 168 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Atkins 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Atkins Elementary serves the eastern part of Atkins, VA, covering an area of approximately 53.4 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Atkins Elementary School's student population of 168 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
168 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Atkins 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 Atkins Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#1233 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Hispanic
6%
20%
White
93%
44%
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atkins Elementary School's ranking?
Atkins Elementary School is ranked #1233 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Atkins Elementary School?
168 students attend Atkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Atkins Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atkins Elementary School?
Atkins Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Atkins Elementary School offer ?
Atkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Atkins Elementary School part of?
Atkins Elementary School is part of Smyth County School District.
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