Serving 252 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Montvale Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Montvale Elementary serves the northwest part of Montvale, VA, covering an attendance area of approximately 89.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montvale Elementary School's student population of 252 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
252 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Montvale 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 Montvale Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1077 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
69%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
2%
21%
White
90%
44%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montvale Elementary School's ranking?
Montvale Elementary School is ranked #1077 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Montvale Elementary School?
252 students attend Montvale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Montvale Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montvale Elementary School?
Montvale Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Montvale Elementary School offer ?
Montvale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Montvale Elementary School part of?
Montvale Elementary School is part of Bedford County School District.
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