Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dudley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 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: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Dudley Elementary serves the northeast part of Wirtz, VA, covering an area of approximately 52.5 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 9.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dudley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dudley Elementary School's student population of 317 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
317 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
STRIVING TOGETHER FOR WORTH AND KNOWLEDGE
School Rankings
Dudley Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dudley 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
#505 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
3%
21%
White
82%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dudley Elementary School's ranking?
Dudley Elementary School is ranked #505 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Dudley Elementary School?
317 students attend Dudley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Dudley Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dudley Elementary School?
Dudley Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dudley Elementary School offer ?
Dudley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dudley Elementary School part of?
Dudley Elementary School is part of Franklin County School District.
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