Serving 595 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Matoaka Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (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 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Matoaka Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Williamsburg, VA, encompassing approximately 13.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Matoaka Elementary School's student population of 595 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
595 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Matoaka 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 Matoaka Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#428 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-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 Matoaka Elementary School's ranking?
Matoaka Elementary School is ranked #428 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Matoaka Elementary School often compared to?
Matoaka Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stonehouse Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% 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 Matoaka Elementary School?
595 students attend Matoaka Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Matoaka Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Matoaka Elementary School?
Matoaka Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Matoaka Elementary School offer ?
Matoaka Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Matoaka Elementary School part of?
Matoaka Elementary School is part of Williamsburg-James City County School District.
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