Serving 401 students in grades 3-5, Christiansburg 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 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Christiansburg Elementary serves the southwest part of Christiansburg, VA, covering an area of approximately 28.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest distance from the school’s edge being about 5.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Christiansburg Elementary School's student population of 401 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
401 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Christiansburg Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christiansburg Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#680 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)68%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
8%
21%
White
71%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christiansburg Elementary School's ranking?
Christiansburg Elementary School is ranked #680 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Christiansburg Elementary School often compared to?
Christiansburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Falling Branch Elementary School, Check Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Christiansburg Elementary School?
401 students attend Christiansburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Christiansburg Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Christiansburg Elementary School?
Christiansburg Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Christiansburg Elementary School offer ?
Christiansburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Christiansburg Elementary School part of?
Christiansburg Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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