North Elementary School

3201 Dale Ave
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North 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 50-54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 338 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 74%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

North Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

North Elementary School's student population of 338 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers

School Rankings

North 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 North Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1158 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
70-74%
68%
(20-21)
50-54%
69%
(20-21)
20-29%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
42%
22%
White
26%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.72
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Elementary School's ranking?
North Elementary School is ranked #1158 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are North Elementary School often compared to?
North Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tussing Elementary School, Lakeview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend North Elementary School?
338 students attend North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of North Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Elementary School?
North Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Elementary School offer ?
North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Elementary School part of?
North Elementary School is part of Colonial Heights City School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 338 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 74%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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