Serving 501 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kegotank 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 43% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kegotank Elementary serves the northeast part of Mappsville, VA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 127.4 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 16.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kegotank Elementary School's student population of 501 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
501 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kegotank Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kegotank Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1621 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
30%
20%
Black
37%
21%
White
28%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kegotank Elementary School's ranking?
Kegotank Elementary School is ranked #1621 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Kegotank Elementary School often compared to?
Kegotank Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chincoteague Elementary School, Metompkin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Kegotank Elementary School?
501 students attend Kegotank Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Kegotank Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kegotank Elementary School?
Kegotank Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kegotank Elementary School offer ?
Kegotank Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kegotank Elementary School part of?
Kegotank Elementary School is part of Accomack County School District.
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