Serving 672 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kersey Creek 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 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher 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 21% 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: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Kersey Creek Elementary serves the eastern part of Mechanicsville, VA, covering an area of approximately 28.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kersey Creek 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
Kersey Creek Elementary School's student population of 672 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
672 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kersey Creek 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 Kersey Creek Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#226 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)86%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-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 Kersey Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Kersey Creek Elementary School is ranked #226 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Kersey Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Kersey Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rural Point Elementary School, Pearson's Corner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Kersey Creek Elementary School?
672 students attend Kersey Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Kersey Creek Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kersey Creek Elementary School?
Kersey Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kersey Creek Elementary School offer ?
Kersey Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kersey Creek Elementary School part of?
Kersey Creek Elementary School is part of Hanover County School District.
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