Serving 301 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bland County Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bland County Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Bland County school district, covering approximately 358.7 square miles in Bland, VA. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 19.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bland County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bland County Elementary School's student population of 301 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
301 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bland County 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 Bland County Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#505 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Hispanic
1%
20%
Black
1%
21%
White
95%
44%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bland County Elementary School's ranking?
Bland County Elementary School is ranked #505 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Bland County Elementary School?
301 students attend Bland County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Bland County Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bland County Elementary School?
Bland County Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bland County Elementary School offer ?
Bland County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bland County Elementary School part of?
Bland County Elementary School is part of Bland County School District.
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