Serving 123 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Speedwell 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 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: 123 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: SPEEDWELL ELEM serves the southwest part of Wytheville, VA, covering an area of approximately 85.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 9.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Speedwell Elementary School's student population of 123 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
123 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Speedwell 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 Speedwell Elementary School is 0.12, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
n/a
21%
White
94%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Speedwell Elementary School's ranking?
Speedwell 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 Speedwell Elementary School?
123 students attend Speedwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Speedwell Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Speedwell Elementary School?
Speedwell Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Speedwell Elementary School offer ?
Speedwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Speedwell Elementary School part of?
Speedwell Elementary School is part of Wythe County School District.
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