Serving 667 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Galax 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 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Galax Elementary School's student population of 667 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
667 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Galax 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 Galax Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1050 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)63%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
32%
20%
Black
4%
21%
White
59%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
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 Galax Elementary School's ranking?
Galax Elementary School is ranked #1050 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?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Galax Elementary School?
667 students attend Galax Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Galax Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galax Elementary School?
Galax Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Galax Elementary School offer ?
Galax Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Galax Elementary School part of?
Galax Elementary School is part of Galax City School District.
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