Serving 201 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Snowville 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Snowville Elementary serves the southeast part of Hiwassee, VA, covering an attendance area of approximately 95.6 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Snowville Elementary School's student population of 201 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
201 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Pathway to a Brighter Tomorrow
School Rankings
Snowville 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 Snowville Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#603 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
2%
20%
Black
1%
21%
White
90%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Snowville Elementary School's ranking?
Snowville Elementary School is ranked #603 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 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Snowville Elementary School?
201 students attend Snowville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Snowville Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Snowville Elementary School?
Snowville Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Snowville Elementary School offer ?
Snowville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Snowville Elementary School part of?
Snowville Elementary School is part of Pulaski County School District.
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