Prince Edward Elementary School

35 Eagle Dr.
Farmville, VA 23901
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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3/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 823 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Prince Edward Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 67% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 823 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 67% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : PRINCE EDWARD ELEM's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Farmville, VA, covering approximately 353.8 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking between 20 and 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 11.4 miles, reaching up to 16.5 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Prince Edward Elementary School's student population of 823 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
823 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
2025

School Rankings

Prince Edward 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 Prince Edward Elementary School is 0.61, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1387 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

67%
68%

Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

(20-21)
40%
69%

Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
1%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
6%
20%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

Black
54%
21%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

White
31%
44%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
8%
7%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
69%
0.61

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
25.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
6%

Showing 2009–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Prince Edward Elementary School's ranking?
Prince Edward Elementary School is ranked #1387 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Prince Edward Elementary School?
823 students attend Prince Edward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Prince Edward Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prince Edward Elementary School?
Prince Edward Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prince Edward Elementary School offer ?
Prince Edward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Prince Edward Elementary School part of?
Prince Edward Elementary School is part of Prince Edward County School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 823 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 67% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : PRINCE EDWARD ELEM's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Farmville, VA, covering approximately 353.8 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking between 20 and 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 11.4 miles, reaching up to 16.5 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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