Serving 237 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Dryden 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 60-64% (which is lower 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 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dryden Elementary School's student population of 237 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
237 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dryden 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 Dryden Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#1205 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
1%
20%
Black
n/a
21%
White
98%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
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 Dryden Elementary School's ranking?
Dryden Elementary School is ranked #1205 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?
60-64% 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 Dryden Elementary School?
237 students attend Dryden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Dryden Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dryden Elementary School?
Dryden Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dryden Elementary School offer ?
Dryden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Dryden Elementary School part of?
Dryden Elementary School is part of Lee County School District.
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