Serving 542 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, St. Paul Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 97% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Paul 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
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
St. Paul Elementary School's student population of 542 students has grown by 103% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 82% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
St. Paul Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Paul Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#10 out of 1773 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90-94%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥90%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
3%
22%
White
91%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Paul Elementary School's ranking?
St. Paul Elementary School is ranked #10 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
97% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend St. Paul Elementary School?
542 students attend St. Paul Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of St. Paul Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Paul Elementary School?
St. Paul Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Paul Elementary School offer ?
St. Paul Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is St. Paul Elementary School part of?
St. Paul Elementary School is part of Wise County School District.
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