Serving 351 students in grades 3-5, Buckingham Co 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 50% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Buckingham County Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district, serving the Dillwyn, VA area and encompassing approximately 583.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 14.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 19.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buckingham Co Elementary School's student population of 351 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
351 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing the future one student at a time
School Rankings
Buckingham Co 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 Buckingham Co Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1614 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)44%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
34%
21%
White
50%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckingham Co Elementary School's ranking?
Buckingham Co Elementary School is ranked #1614 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Buckingham Co Elementary School?
351 students attend Buckingham Co Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Buckingham Co Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buckingham Co Elementary School?
Buckingham Co Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buckingham Co Elementary School offer ?
Buckingham Co Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Buckingham Co Elementary School part of?
Buckingham Co Elementary School is part of Buckingham County School District.
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