Serving 218 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meherrin 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 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meherrin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Meherrin Elementary School's student population of 218 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
218 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Meherrin 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 Meherrin Elementary School is 0.58, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
20%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
44%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 21-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 Meherrin Elementary School's ranking?
Meherrin 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 Meherrin Elementary School often compared to?
Meherrin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nottoway Elementary School, Riverdale 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 Meherrin Elementary School?
218 students attend Meherrin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Meherrin Elementary School students are White, 44% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meherrin Elementary School?
Meherrin Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meherrin Elementary School offer ?
Meherrin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meherrin Elementary School part of?
Meherrin Elementary School is part of Southampton County School District.
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