Serving 610 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Magruder Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 77% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Magruder Elementary serves the northwest part of Williamsburg, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 27.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Magruder Elementary School's student population of 610 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
610 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Embrace - Engage - Empower
School Rankings
Magruder Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Magruder Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#471 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
20%
21%
White
49%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magruder Elementary School's ranking?
Magruder Elementary School is ranked #471 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Magruder Elementary School often compared to?
Magruder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waller Mill Elementary School, Matoaka Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Magruder Elementary School?
610 students attend Magruder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Magruder Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magruder Elementary School?
Magruder Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Magruder Elementary School offer ?
Magruder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Magruder Elementary School part of?
Magruder Elementary School is part of York County School District.
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