Serving 726 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Falmouth 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 50% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Falmouth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Falmouth Elementary School's student population of 726 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
726 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Falmouth Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Falmouth Elementary School is 0.76, which is more 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
#1259 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
8%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
26%
22%
White
33%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
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 Falmouth Elementary School's ranking?
Falmouth Elementary School is ranked #1259 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Falmouth Elementary School often compared to?
Falmouth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Conway Elementary School, Ferry Farm Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Falmouth Elementary School?
726 students attend Falmouth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Falmouth Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Falmouth Elementary School?
Falmouth Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Falmouth Elementary School offer ?
Falmouth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Falmouth Elementary School part of?
Falmouth Elementary School is part of Stafford County School District.
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