Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J. Blaine Blayton 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 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than 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 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J. Blaine Blayton Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Williamsburg, VA, covering approximately 36.3 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
J. Blaine Blayton Elementary School's student population of 481 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
481 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Building a Better Tomorrow'.
School Rankings
J. Blaine Blayton 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 J. Blaine Blayton Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#549 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
19%
21%
White
53%
44%
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
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 J. Blaine Blayton Elementary School's ranking?
J. Blaine Blayton Elementary School is ranked #549 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are J. Blaine Blayton Elementary School often compared to?
J. Blaine Blayton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like D.j. Montague Elementary School, Clara Byrd Baker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend J. Blaine Blayton Elementary School?
481 students attend J. Blaine Blayton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of J. Blaine Blayton Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J. Blaine Blayton Elementary School?
J. Blaine Blayton Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does J. Blaine Blayton Elementary School offer ?
J. Blaine Blayton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J. Blaine Blayton Elementary School part of?
J. Blaine Blayton Elementary School is part of Williamsburg-James City County School District.
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