Serving 268 students in grades 2-5, Enderly Heights 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 65-69% (which is approximately equal to 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 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Enderly Heights Elementary serves the entire district of Buena Vista, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 6.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Enderly Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Enderly Heights Elementary School's student population of 268 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 110% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
268 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We Build Champions!
School Rankings
Enderly Heights 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 Enderly Heights Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#1099 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
3%
21%
White
79%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Enderly Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Enderly Heights Elementary School is ranked #1099 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?
65-69% 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 Enderly Heights Elementary School?
268 students attend Enderly Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Enderly Heights Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Enderly Heights Elementary School?
Enderly Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Enderly Heights Elementary School offer ?
Enderly Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Enderly Heights Elementary School part of?
Enderly Heights Elementary School is part of Buena Vista City School District.
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