Serving 729 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elizabeth Scott Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is lower 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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elizabeth Scott Elementary serves the eastern part of Chester, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 15.5 square miles. Most students are located within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with an average distance of about 3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elizabeth Scott Elementary School's student population of 729 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
729 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Motto
Make Every Minute Count!
School Rankings
Elizabeth Scott 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 Elizabeth Scott Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#975 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
45%
20%
Black
21%
21%
White
25%
44%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elizabeth Scott Elementary School's ranking?
Elizabeth Scott Elementary School is ranked #975 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Elizabeth Scott Elementary School often compared to?
Elizabeth Scott Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Enon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth Scott Elementary School?
729 students attend Elizabeth Scott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Elizabeth Scott Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elizabeth Scott Elementary School?
Elizabeth Scott Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elizabeth Scott Elementary School offer ?
Elizabeth Scott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elizabeth Scott Elementary School part of?
Elizabeth Scott Elementary School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
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