Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pungoteague 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 64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pungoteague Elementary serves the southwest part of Melfa, VA, covering an area of approximately 217.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 15 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pungoteague Elementary School's student population of 452 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
452 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Pungoteague 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 Pungoteague Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1395 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
6%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pungoteague Elementary School's ranking?
Pungoteague Elementary School is ranked #1395 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?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Pungoteague Elementary School?
452 students attend Pungoteague Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Pungoteague Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pungoteague Elementary School?
Pungoteague Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pungoteague Elementary School offer ?
Pungoteague Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pungoteague Elementary School part of?
Pungoteague Elementary School is part of Accomack County School District.
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