Serving 712 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Honaker Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Honaker Elementary serves the northeast part of Honaker, VA, covering an area of approximately 107.4 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and an average distance of 7.1 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 9.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Honaker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Honaker Elementary School's student population of 712 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
712 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Honaker Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Honaker Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#321 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)79%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Black
1%
21%
White
98%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Honaker Elementary School's ranking?
Honaker Elementary School is ranked #321 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Honaker Elementary School?
712 students attend Honaker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Honaker Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Honaker Elementary School?
Honaker Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Honaker Elementary School offer ?
Honaker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Honaker Elementary School part of?
Honaker Elementary School is part of Russell County School District.
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