Serving 224 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sheffey Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sheffey Elementary serves the southeast part of Wytheville, VA, covering an area of approximately 46.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school being about 12.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sheffey Elementary School's student population of 224 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
224 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing life-long learners in a supportive, caring, and safe environment.
School Rankings
Sheffey Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sheffey Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#735 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
21%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheffey Elementary School's ranking?
Sheffey Elementary School is ranked #735 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Sheffey Elementary School?
224 students attend Sheffey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Sheffey Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sheffey Elementary School?
Sheffey Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sheffey Elementary School offer ?
Sheffey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Sheffey Elementary School part of?
Sheffey Elementary School is part of Wythe County School District.
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