Serving 505 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Botetourt 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 84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 28% 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: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Botetourt Elementary serves the eastern portion of Gloucester, VA, covering an area of approximately 65.2 square miles. Families typically reside within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Botetourt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Botetourt Elementary School's student population of 505 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
505 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Botetourt 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 Botetourt Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#467 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)73%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-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 Botetourt Elementary School's ranking?
Botetourt Elementary School is ranked #467 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Botetourt Elementary School often compared to?
Botetourt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethel Elementary School, Achilles Elementary School, Abingdon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Botetourt Elementary School?
505 students attend Botetourt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Botetourt Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Botetourt Elementary School?
Botetourt Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Botetourt Elementary School offer ?
Botetourt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Botetourt Elementary School part of?
Botetourt Elementary School is part of Gloucester County School District.
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