Serving 241 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Patrick Springs Primary ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Patrick Springs Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Patrick Springs, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 108.7 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patrick Springs Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Patrick Springs Primary's student population of 241 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
241 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Patrick Springs Primary ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patrick Springs Primary is 0.32, 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
#417 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
69%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
2%
21%
White
82%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patrick Springs Primary's ranking?
Patrick Springs Primary is ranked #417 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Patrick Springs Primary?
241 students attend Patrick Springs Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Patrick Springs Primary students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patrick Springs Primary?
Patrick Springs Primary has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patrick Springs Primary offer ?
Patrick Springs Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Patrick Springs Primary part of?
Patrick Springs Primary is part of Patrick County School District.
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