Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Drewry Mason Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than 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 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Drewry Mason Elementary serves the southern part of Ridgeway, VA, covering an area of approximately 51 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Drewry Mason Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
382 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We value respect. We act with integrity. We strive for excellence.
School Rankings
Drewry Mason 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 Drewry Mason Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#863 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drewry Mason Elementary School's ranking?
Drewry Mason Elementary School is ranked #863 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% 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 Drewry Mason Elementary School?
382 students attend Drewry Mason Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Drewry Mason Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 13% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Drewry Mason Elementary School?
Drewry Mason Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Drewry Mason Elementary School offer ?
Drewry Mason Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Drewry Mason Elementary School part of?
Drewry Mason Elementary School is part of Henry County School District.
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