Serving 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Meadows Of Dan Elementary School ranks in the top 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 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Meadows of Dan Elementary covers approximately 58.8 square miles in the western part of its school district, serving families in Meadows Of Dan, VA. Most students live within a 15-20 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 8.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadows Of Dan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Meadows Of Dan Elementary School's student population of 300 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
300 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meadows Of Dan 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 Meadows Of Dan 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
#614 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
21%
21%
White
54%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadows Of Dan Elementary School's ranking?
Meadows Of Dan Elementary School is ranked #614 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Meadows Of Dan Elementary School often compared to?
Meadows Of Dan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Meadows Of Dan Elementary School?
300 students attend Meadows Of Dan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Meadows Of Dan Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadows Of Dan Elementary School?
Meadows Of Dan Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meadows Of Dan Elementary School offer ?
Meadows Of Dan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meadows Of Dan Elementary School part of?
Meadows Of Dan Elementary School is part of Patrick County School District.
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