Serving 386 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lee M. Waid Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lee M. Waid Elementary serves a 14.4 square mile area in central Rocky Mount, VA, with most students residing within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 2.7 miles, and the furthest point extends to 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lee M. Waid Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lee M. Waid Elementary School's student population of 386 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
386 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lee M. Waid Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lee M. Waid Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#643 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
15%
21%
White
53%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lee M. Waid Elementary School's ranking?
Lee M. Waid Elementary School is ranked #643 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Lee M. Waid Elementary School?
386 students attend Lee M. Waid Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Lee M. Waid Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lee M. Waid Elementary School?
Lee M. Waid Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lee M. Waid Elementary School offer ?
Lee M. Waid Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lee M. Waid Elementary School part of?
Lee M. Waid Elementary School is part of Franklin County School District.
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