Serving 488 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bon Air Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bon Air Elementary School's student population of 488 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
488 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Bon Air 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 Bon Air Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1147 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
27%
20%
Black
6%
21%
White
58%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bon Air Elementary School's ranking?
Bon Air Elementary School is ranked #1147 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bon Air Elementary School often compared to?
Bon Air Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestwood Elementary School, Greenfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Bon Air Elementary School?
488 students attend Bon Air Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Bon Air Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bon Air Elementary School?
Bon Air Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bon Air Elementary School offer ?
Bon Air Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bon Air Elementary School part of?
Bon Air Elementary School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
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