Breckinridge Elementary School

331 Springwood Rd
Fincastle, VA 24090
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 211 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Breckinridge 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 211 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 30% in VA
  • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • : Breckinridge Elementary serves the southwest part of Fincastle, VA, covering an area of approximately 67.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 6.8 miles away.
  • 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:

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School Overview

Breckinridge Elementary School's student population of 211 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
211 students

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

School Rankings

Breckinridge 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 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)
#505 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

80-84%
68%

Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data

(20-21)
70-74%
69%

Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data

(20-21)
50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
20%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data

Black
3%
21%

Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data

White
87%
44%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data

Two or more races
5%
7%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

All Ethnic Groups
13%
0.24

Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data

(22-23)
5.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
57%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Breckinridge Elementary School's ranking?
Breckinridge 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 Breckinridge Elementary School?
211 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, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Breckinridge Elementary School?
Breckinridge Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, 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 Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 211 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • : Breckinridge Elementary serves the southwest part of Fincastle, VA, covering an area of approximately 67.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 6.8 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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