Serving 472 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pulaski 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 59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pulaski Elementary serves the west part of Pulaski, VA, covering an attendance area of approximately 84.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pulaski Elementary School's student population of 472 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
472 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Pulaski 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 Pulaski Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#1264 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
7%
21%
White
77%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pulaski Elementary School's ranking?
Pulaski Elementary School is ranked #1264 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?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Pulaski Elementary School?
472 students attend Pulaski Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Pulaski Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pulaski Elementary School?
Pulaski Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pulaski Elementary School offer ?
Pulaski Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Pulaski Elementary School part of?
Pulaski Elementary School is part of Pulaski County School District.
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