Serving 226 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Snow Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 25% 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: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Snow Creek Elementary serves the southeast part of its school district in Penhook, VA, covering an area of approximately 88.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 10.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Snow Creek 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
School Overview
Snow Creek Elementary School's student population of 226 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
226 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Snow Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Snow Creek 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
#197 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
7%
21%
White
75%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Snow Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Snow Creek Elementary School is ranked #197 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Snow Creek Elementary School?
226 students attend Snow Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Snow Creek Elementary School students are White, 14% 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 Snow Creek Elementary School?
Snow Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Snow Creek Elementary School offer ?
Snow Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Snow Creek Elementary School part of?
Snow Creek Elementary School is part of Franklin County School District.
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