Greensville Elementary School

1101 Sussex Dr
Emporia, VA 23847
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 988 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Greensville Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 988 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Greensville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Greensville Elementary School's student population of 988 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
988 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers

School Rankings

Greensville Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greensville Elementary School is 0.41, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1530 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(20-21)
37%
54%
(20-21)
44%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
76%
22%
White
10%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.41
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Greensville Elementary School's ranking?
Greensville Elementary School is ranked #1530 out of 1,792 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Greensville Elementary School?
988 students attend Greensville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Greensville Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greensville Elementary School?
Greensville Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greensville Elementary School offer ?
Greensville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greensville Elementary School part of?
Greensville Elementary School is part of Greensville County School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 988 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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