Serving 421 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Joseph Van Pelt 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph Van Pelt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Joseph Van Pelt Elementary School's student population of 421 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joseph Van Pelt Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph Van Pelt Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#588 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
6%
22%
White
78%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph Van Pelt Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph Van Pelt Elementary School is ranked #588 out of 1,792 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Joseph Van Pelt Elementary School?
421 students attend Joseph Van Pelt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Joseph Van Pelt Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph Van Pelt Elementary School?
Joseph Van Pelt Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joseph Van Pelt Elementary School offer ?
Joseph Van Pelt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph Van Pelt Elementary School part of?
Joseph Van Pelt Elementary School is part of Bristol City PBLC Schs School District.
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