Serving 117 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Craigsville 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 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Craigsville Elementary serves the southwest part of Craigsville, VA, covering an area of approximately 37.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Craigsville Elementary School's student population of 117 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
117 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Craigsville 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 Craigsville Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#1547 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
n/a
21%
White
82%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Craigsville Elementary School's ranking?
Craigsville Elementary School is ranked #1547 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Craigsville Elementary School often compared to?
Craigsville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Churchville Elementary School, Edward G. Clymore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Craigsville Elementary School?
117 students attend Craigsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Craigsville Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Craigsville Elementary School?
Craigsville Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Craigsville Elementary School offer ?
Craigsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Craigsville Elementary School part of?
Craigsville Elementary School is part of Augusta County School District.
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