Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ottobine 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 45-49% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ottobine Elementary serves the west part of its school district in Dayton, VA, covering an area of approximately 72 square miles, with most families typically driving about 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is around 9.5 miles, while the furthest point is approximately 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ottobine Elementary School's student population of 248 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
248 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ottobine 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 Ottobine Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1233 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
5%
20%
White
91%
44%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Otters
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ottobine Elementary School's ranking?
Ottobine Elementary School is ranked #1233 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Ottobine Elementary School often compared to?
Ottobine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South River 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Ottobine Elementary School?
248 students attend Ottobine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Ottobine Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ottobine Elementary School?
Ottobine Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ottobine Elementary School offer ?
Ottobine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Ottobine Elementary School part of?
Ottobine Elementary School is part of Rockingham County School District.
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