Serving 475 students in grades 3-5, Poquoson Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 86% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Poquoson Elementary covers the entire Poquoson school district, encompassing approximately 78.5 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poquoson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Poquoson Elementary School's student population of 475 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
475 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Poquoson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poquoson Elementary School 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
#81 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)92%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Poquoson Elementary School's ranking?
Poquoson Elementary School is ranked #81 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Poquoson Elementary School?
475 students attend Poquoson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Poquoson Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poquoson Elementary School?
Poquoson Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poquoson Elementary School offer ?
Poquoson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Poquoson Elementary School part of?
Poquoson Elementary School is part of Poquoson City School District.
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