Serving 358 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ivy 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Meriwether Lewis Elementary serves the northern part of Charlottesville, VA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 63.4 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ivy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ivy Elementary School's student population of 358 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
358 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1922
School Calendar
Campus Size
18 acres
Average Class Size
24 students
School Motto
Inspire and develop a community of critical and creative thinkers, responsible global citizens, and lifelong learners.
School Rankings
Ivy 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 Ivy Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#273 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Ivy Elementary School's ranking?
Ivy Elementary School is ranked #273 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Ivy Elementary School often compared to?
Ivy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Virginia L. Murray Elementary School, Hollymead Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Ivy Elementary School?
358 students attend Ivy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Ivy Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ivy Elementary School?
Ivy Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ivy Elementary School offer ?
Ivy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ivy Elementary School part of?
Ivy Elementary School is part of Albemarle County School District.
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