Serving 249 students in grades 3-5, Lightfoot 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 57% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lightfoot Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Lightfoot Elementary School's student population of 249 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Timberwolves
School Rankings
Lightfoot 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 Lightfoot Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1423 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
10%
22%
White
68%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Timberwolves
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lightfoot Elementary School's ranking?
Lightfoot Elementary School is ranked #1423 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Lightfoot Elementary School often compared to?
Lightfoot Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Locust Grove Elementary School, Gordon-barbour Elementary School, Orange Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Lightfoot Elementary School?
249 students attend Lightfoot Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lightfoot Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lightfoot Elementary School?
Lightfoot Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lightfoot Elementary School offer ?
Lightfoot Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lightfoot Elementary School part of?
Lightfoot Elementary School is part of Orange County School District.
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