Serving 177 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meherrin Powellton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meherrin Powellton Elementary serves the southern part of Lawrenceville, VA, covering an area of approximately 201.6 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance being about 15.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meherrin Powellton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Meherrin Powellton Elementary School's student population of 177 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
177 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating Students Inspiring Success Improving Tomorrow
School Rankings
Meherrin Powellton 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 Meherrin Powellton Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#929 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
62%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Eagles Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meherrin Powellton Elementary School's ranking?
Meherrin Powellton Elementary School is ranked #929 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Meherrin Powellton Elementary School often compared to?
Meherrin Powellton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Oak-sturgeon Elementary School, Totaro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Meherrin Powellton Elementary School?
177 students attend Meherrin Powellton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Meherrin Powellton Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meherrin Powellton Elementary School?
Meherrin Powellton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meherrin Powellton Elementary School offer ?
Meherrin Powellton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meherrin Powellton Elementary School part of?
Meherrin Powellton Elementary School is part of Brunswick County School District.
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