Serving 311 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 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Elementary serves a central area in Colonial Heights, VA, covering approximately 1.7 square miles and providing a typical drive of 5-10 minutes for families within the zone. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance area is about 1.1 miles, with the furthest edge located 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Elementary School's student population of 311 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
311 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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 0.73, which is more 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
#1158 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
40%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
27%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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 Lakeview Elementary School, Tussing 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?
311 students attend North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of North Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Elementary School?
North Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than 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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