Serving 542 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Lancaster 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 45-49% (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 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lancaster Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Kilmarnock, VA, encompassing approximately 231.4 square miles. The zone typically requires a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles to its edges and extending up to 16.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lancaster Elementary School's student population of 542 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
542 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Red Devils
School Rankings
Lancaster 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 Lancaster Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1558 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
2%
20%
Black
50%
21%
White
39%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lancaster Elementary School's ranking?
Lancaster Elementary School is ranked #1558 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Lancaster Elementary School?
542 students attend Lancaster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Lancaster Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lancaster Elementary School?
Lancaster Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lancaster Elementary School offer ?
Lancaster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lancaster Elementary School part of?
Lancaster Elementary School is part of Lancaster County School District.
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