Serving 108 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gladesboro Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 108 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gladesboro Elementary serves the eastern part of Hillsville, VA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 60.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gladesboro Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Gladesboro Elementary School's student population of 108 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
108 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gladesboro 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 Gladesboro Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#654 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
3%
21%
White
90%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
16%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gladesboro Elementary School's ranking?
Gladesboro Elementary School is ranked #654 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?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Gladesboro Elementary School?
108 students attend Gladesboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Gladesboro Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gladesboro Elementary School?
Gladesboro Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gladesboro Elementary School offer ?
Gladesboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gladesboro Elementary School part of?
Gladesboro Elementary School is part of Carroll County School District.
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