Breckinridge Elementary School

331 Springwood Rd
Fincastle, VA 24090
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 201 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Breckinridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 201 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 50% in VA
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Breckinridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

Breckinridge Elementary School's student population of 201 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
201 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

School Rankings

Breckinridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Breckinridge Elementary School is 0.24, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#588 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(20-21)
65-69%
54%
(20-21)
70-74%
69%
(20-21)
50-59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
2%
22%
White
87%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.24
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Breckinridge Elementary School's ranking?
Breckinridge Elementary School is ranked #588 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Breckinridge Elementary School?
201 students attend Breckinridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Breckinridge Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Breckinridge Elementary School?
Breckinridge Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Breckinridge Elementary School offer ?
Breckinridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Breckinridge Elementary School part of?
Breckinridge Elementary School is part of Botetourt County School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 201 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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