Serving 503 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northumberland 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 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northumberland Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Heathsville, VA, covering approximately 285.6 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.9 miles to the edge and a maximum distance of 18.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northumberland Elementary School's student population of 503 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
503 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northumberland 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 Northumberland Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#987 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
6%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northumberland Elementary School's ranking?
Northumberland Elementary School is ranked #987 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Northumberland Elementary School often compared to?
Northumberland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northumberland High School, Northumberland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Northumberland Elementary School?
503 students attend Northumberland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Northumberland Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northumberland Elementary School?
Northumberland Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northumberland Elementary School offer ?
Northumberland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northumberland Elementary School part of?
Northumberland Elementary School is part of Northumberland County School District.
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