Serving 553 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kiln Creek 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 52% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kiln Creek Elementary serves the northeast part of Newport News, VA, covering an area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kiln Creek Elementary School's student population of 553 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
553 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Kiln Creek is a learning environment where students learn how to become lifelong learners in a global society, while developing strong positive citizenship skills.
School Rankings
Kiln Creek 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 Kiln Creek Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1471 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
56%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)35.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
Showing 2009–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Perseverance, Responsibility, Independence, Discipline, Excellence
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kiln Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Kiln Creek Elementary School is ranked #1471 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Kiln Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Kiln Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph H. Saunders Elementary School, L.f. Palmer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Kiln Creek Elementary School?
553 students attend Kiln Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Kiln Creek Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kiln Creek Elementary School?
Kiln Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kiln Creek Elementary School offer ?
Kiln Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kiln Creek Elementary School part of?
Kiln Creek Elementary School is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is Kiln Creek Elementary School located?
Kiln Creek Elementary School is located in the Central Newport News neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in Central Newport News.
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