Serving 654 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Flat Rock Elementary School ranks in the top 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 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Flat Rock Elementary serves the eastern part of Powhatan, VA, covering an area of approximately 77.2 square miles. Families typically drive 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Flat Rock Elementary School's student population of 654 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
654 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Flat Rock Elementary School 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 Flat Rock Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#680 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)68%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
3%
21%
White
82%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flat Rock Elementary School's ranking?
Flat Rock Elementary School is ranked #680 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Flat Rock Elementary School often compared to?
Flat Rock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Powhatan Elementary School, Pocahontas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Flat Rock Elementary School?
654 students attend Flat Rock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Flat Rock Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Flat Rock Elementary School?
Flat Rock Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Flat Rock Elementary School offer ?
Flat Rock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Flat Rock Elementary School part of?
Flat Rock Elementary School is part of Powhatan County School District.
School Reviews
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