Serving 692 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Baker-butler Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher 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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: BAKER-BUTLER ELEM serves the northeastern part of Charlottesville, VA, covering an area of approximately 24.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baker-butler Elementary School's student population of 692 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
692 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
Campus Size
55 acres
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Baker-butler Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker-butler Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#529 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker-butler Elementary School's ranking?
Baker-butler Elementary School is ranked #529 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Baker-butler Elementary School often compared to?
Baker-butler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hollymead Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Baker-butler Elementary School?
692 students attend Baker-butler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Baker-butler Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baker-butler Elementary School?
Baker-butler Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baker-butler Elementary School offer ?
Baker-butler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Baker-butler Elementary School part of?
Baker-butler Elementary School is part of Albemarle County School District.
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