Serving 460 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Knollwood Meadows Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% 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: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: R.O. Nelson Elementary serves the northwest part of Newport News, VA, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knollwood Meadows Elementary School's student population of 460 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
460 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We the teachers, faculty, and staff of Knollwood Meadows Elementary School will work collaboratively to develop positive and supportive relationships with students and parents alike that promote self-motivated students who are college, career, and citizen
School Rankings
Knollwood Meadows 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 Knollwood Meadows Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#906 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)69%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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)21.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
6%
Showing 2010–2021. Full 23-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 Knollwood Meadows Elementary School's ranking?
Knollwood Meadows Elementary School is ranked #906 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Knollwood Meadows Elementary School often compared to?
Knollwood Meadows Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richneck Elementary School, David A. Dutrow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Knollwood Meadows Elementary School?
460 students attend Knollwood Meadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Knollwood Meadows Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knollwood Meadows Elementary School?
Knollwood Meadows Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Knollwood Meadows Elementary School offer ?
Knollwood Meadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Knollwood Meadows Elementary School part of?
Knollwood Meadows Elementary School is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is Knollwood Meadows Elementary School located?
Knollwood Meadows Elementary School is located in the Nelson neighborhood of Newport News, VA.
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