Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, General Stanford Elementary School ranks in the top 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 75-79% (which is higher than 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 20:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: General Stanford Elementary serves families in the northwest part of Fort Eustis, VA, covering an area of approximately 11.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 4.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
General Stanford Elementary School's student population of 430 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
430 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
General Stanford 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 General Stanford Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#863 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
19%
21%
White
40%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
25%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is General Stanford Elementary School's ranking?
General Stanford Elementary School is ranked #863 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% 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 General Stanford Elementary School?
430 students attend General Stanford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of General Stanford Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of General Stanford Elementary School?
General Stanford Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does General Stanford Elementary School offer ?
General Stanford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is General Stanford Elementary School part of?
General Stanford Elementary School is part of Newport News City School District.
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