Serving 659 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meadow View 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 63% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John Redd Smith Elementary serves the northern part of Martinsville, VA, covering an area of approximately 19.5 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meadow View Elementary School's student population of 659 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
659 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meadow View 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 Meadow View Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1273 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
24%
20%
Black
21%
21%
White
44%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadow View Elementary School's ranking?
Meadow View Elementary School is ranked #1273 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?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Meadow View Elementary School?
659 students attend Meadow View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Meadow View Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadow View Elementary School?
Meadow View Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meadow View Elementary School offer ?
Meadow View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meadow View Elementary School part of?
Meadow View Elementary School is part of Henry County School District.
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