Serving 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mount Olivet 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 55-59% (which is lower 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 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mount Olivet Elementary serves the northeastern section of Martinsville, VA, covering an area of approximately 44 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located around 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mount Olivet Elementary School's student population of 271 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
271 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mount Olivet 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 Mount Olivet Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1363 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
41%
21%
White
34%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Olivet Elementary School's ranking?
Mount Olivet Elementary School is ranked #1363 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?
55-59% 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 Mount Olivet Elementary School?
271 students attend Mount Olivet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Mount Olivet Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Olivet Elementary School?
Mount Olivet Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mount Olivet Elementary School offer ?
Mount Olivet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mount Olivet Elementary School part of?
Mount Olivet Elementary School is part of Henry County School District.
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