Serving 316 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South River Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South River Elementary serves the southern part of Grottoes, VA, covering an area of approximately 41.9 square miles, with most families living within a typical 10-15 minute drive to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of its attendance zone is about 6.3 miles, reaching up to 9.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South River Elementary School's student population of 316 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
316 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
South River Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South River Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1369 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
6%
21%
White
66%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South River Elementary School's ranking?
South River Elementary School is ranked #1369 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are South River Elementary School often compared to?
South River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ottobine Elementary School, Mcgaheysville Elementary School, River Bend Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend South River Elementary School?
316 students attend South River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of South River Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South River Elementary School?
South River Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does South River Elementary School offer ?
South River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is South River Elementary School part of?
South River Elementary School is part of Rockingham County School District.
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