Serving 184 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Red Oak-sturgeon 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 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Oak-sturgeon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Red Oak-sturgeon Elementary School's student population of 184 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
184 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Red Oak-sturgeon 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 Red Oak-sturgeon Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1494 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
74%
22%
White
18%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Oak-sturgeon Elementary School's ranking?
Red Oak-sturgeon Elementary School is ranked #1494 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Red Oak-sturgeon Elementary School often compared to?
Red Oak-sturgeon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meherrin Powellton Elementary School, Totaro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Red Oak-sturgeon Elementary School?
184 students attend Red Oak-sturgeon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Red Oak-sturgeon Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Oak-sturgeon Elementary School?
Red Oak-sturgeon Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Red Oak-sturgeon Elementary School offer ?
Red Oak-sturgeon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Red Oak-sturgeon Elementary School part of?
Red Oak-sturgeon Elementary School is part of Brunswick County School District.
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