Serving 341 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dinwiddie 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 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dinwiddie Elementary serves the eastern part of Dinwiddie, VA, covering an area of approximately 107.8 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 7.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dinwiddie Elementary School's student population of 341 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
341 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1939
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dinwiddie 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 Dinwiddie Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#1099 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
26%
21%
White
63%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dinwiddie Elementary School's ranking?
Dinwiddie Elementary School is ranked #1099 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Dinwiddie Elementary School often compared to?
Dinwiddie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southside Elementary School, Sunnyside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Dinwiddie Elementary School?
341 students attend Dinwiddie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Dinwiddie Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dinwiddie Elementary School?
Dinwiddie Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dinwiddie Elementary School offer ?
Dinwiddie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dinwiddie Elementary School part of?
Dinwiddie Elementary School is part of Dinwiddie County School District.
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