Serving 350 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rural Retreat Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Rural Retreat Elementary serves the western part of its school district in Rural Retreat, VA, covering an area of approximately 95.3 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rural Retreat Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rural Retreat Elementary School's student population of 350 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
350 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Rural Retreat Elementary School's mission is to educate and support our students so that they may be confident, lifelong learners and productive citizens.
School Rankings
Rural Retreat Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rural Retreat Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#123 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥90%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
2%
20%
Black
1%
21%
White
94%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rural Retreat Elementary School's ranking?
Rural Retreat Elementary School is ranked #123 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Rural Retreat Elementary School often compared to?
Rural Retreat Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crystal Spring Elementary School, Shady Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Rural Retreat Elementary School?
350 students attend Rural Retreat Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Rural Retreat Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rural Retreat Elementary School?
Rural Retreat Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rural Retreat Elementary School offer ?
Rural Retreat Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rural Retreat Elementary School part of?
Rural Retreat Elementary School is part of Wythe County School District.
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