Serving 226 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Phenix Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 41% 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: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Phenix Elementary serves the northwest part of its school district in Phenix, VA, covering an area of approximately 228 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.1 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 12.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Phenix Elementary School's student population of 226 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
226 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Motto
If We Stumble, We Will Rise!
School Rankings
Phenix Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phenix Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#847 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
20%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 09/26/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phenix Elementary School's ranking?
Phenix Elementary School is ranked #847 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Phenix Elementary School?
226 students attend Phenix Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Phenix Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phenix Elementary School?
Phenix Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Phenix Elementary School offer ?
Phenix Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Phenix Elementary School part of?
Phenix Elementary School is part of Charlotte County School District.
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