Serving 555 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ferry Farm Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is equal to 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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ferry Farm Elementary serves the southeast part of Fredericksburg, VA, covering an area of approximately 19.9 square miles. Most families live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 6.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ferry Farm Elementary School's student population of 555 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
555 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Eagles Learn to Soar
School Rankings
Ferry Farm 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 Ferry Farm Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#893 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)69%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferry Farm Elementary School's ranking?
Ferry Farm Elementary School is ranked #893 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Ferry Farm Elementary School often compared to?
Ferry Farm Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grafton Village Elementary School, Margaret Brent Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Ferry Farm Elementary School?
555 students attend Ferry Farm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Ferry Farm Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ferry Farm Elementary School?
Ferry Farm Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ferry Farm Elementary School offer ?
Ferry Farm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ferry Farm Elementary School part of?
Ferry Farm Elementary School is part of Stafford County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school has the perfect small-town feel and although my son is only in 1st grade, I feel as though so far he has had a great experience. He had a lot of health issues and time off school in kindergarten but his teacher worked closely with me to help him get through. I appreciate the thoughtfulness and personal effort put in by the staff. The principle is very thorough in his work and makes sure things are going well even when things don't go as planned. I can't imagine my son attending a different elementary school.
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