Serving 605 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bettie Weaver Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Bettie Weaver Elementary serves the northern part of Midlothian, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 6.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bettie Weaver Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bettie Weaver Elementary School's student population of 605 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
605 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bettie Weaver Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bettie Weaver Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#40 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)91%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bettie Weaver Elementary School's ranking?
Bettie Weaver Elementary School is ranked #40 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bettie Weaver Elementary School often compared to?
Bettie Weaver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J.b. Watkins Elementary School, Robious Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Bettie Weaver Elementary School?
605 students attend Bettie Weaver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Bettie Weaver Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bettie Weaver Elementary School?
Bettie Weaver Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bettie Weaver Elementary School offer ?
Bettie Weaver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bettie Weaver Elementary School part of?
Bettie Weaver Elementary School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
In what neighborhood is Bettie Weaver Elementary School located?
Bettie Weaver Elementary School is located in the Tarrington neighborhood of Midlothian, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Tarrington.
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