George W. Watkins Elementary School is an elementary school located in Quinton, Virginia, and is one of two such schools in New Kent County.
Serving 510 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, George W. Watkins 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 81% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher 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 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George W. Watkins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
George W. Watkins Elementary School's student population of 510 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
510 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
School Rankings
George W. Watkins 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 George W. Watkins Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#557 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
12%
21%
White
74%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George W. Watkins Elementary School's ranking?
George W. Watkins Elementary School is ranked #557 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are George W. Watkins Elementary School often compared to?
George W. Watkins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Kent Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend George W. Watkins Elementary School?
510 students attend George W. Watkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of George W. Watkins Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George W. Watkins Elementary School?
George W. Watkins Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does George W. Watkins Elementary School offer ?
George W. Watkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George W. Watkins Elementary School part of?
George W. Watkins Elementary School is part of New Kent County School District.
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