Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Anna Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: South Anna Elementary serves the western part of Montpelier, VA, covering an area of approximately 105.4 square miles, with typical drives to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and an average distance of 5.5 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 8.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Anna Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Anna Elementary School's student population of 439 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
439 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
South Anna Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Anna Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#474 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Spirit Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Anna Elementary School's ranking?
South Anna Elementary School is ranked #474 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are South Anna Elementary School often compared to?
South Anna Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaverdam Elementary School, Elmont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend South Anna Elementary School?
439 students attend South Anna Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of South Anna Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Anna Elementary School?
South Anna Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Anna Elementary School offer ?
South Anna Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Anna Elementary School part of?
South Anna Elementary School is part of Hanover County School District.
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