Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Powhatan Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 12% 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: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Powhatan Elementary serves the southwest part of Powhatan, VA, covering an area of approximately 83 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powhatan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Powhatan Elementary School's student population of 477 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
477 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
School Rankings
Powhatan Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Powhatan Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#257 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)79%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
88%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powhatan Elementary School's ranking?
Powhatan Elementary School is ranked #257 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Powhatan Elementary School often compared to?
Powhatan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pocahontas Elementary School, Flat Rock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Powhatan Elementary School?
477 students attend Powhatan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Powhatan Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Powhatan Elementary School?
Powhatan Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Powhatan Elementary School offer ?
Powhatan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Powhatan Elementary School part of?
Powhatan Elementary School is part of Powhatan County School District.
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