Serving 294 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Duffield-pattonsville Primary ranks in the top 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Duffield-pattonsville Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Duffield-pattonsville Primary's student population of 294 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Duffield-pattonsville Primary 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 Duffield-pattonsville Primary is 0.13, 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
#847 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
n/a
22%
White
93%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duffield-pattonsville Primary's ranking?
Duffield-pattonsville Primary is ranked #847 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Duffield-pattonsville Primary often compared to?
Duffield-pattonsville Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Union Primary, Shoemaker 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 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Duffield-pattonsville Primary?
294 students attend Duffield-pattonsville Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Duffield-pattonsville Primary students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Duffield-pattonsville Primary?
Duffield-pattonsville Primary has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Duffield-pattonsville Primary offer ?
Duffield-pattonsville Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Duffield-pattonsville Primary part of?
Duffield-pattonsville Primary is part of Scott County School District.
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