Serving 514 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 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Paul Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Saint Paul, VA, covering approximately 405.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 31.4 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
St. Paul Elementary School's student population of 514 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
514 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.15, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90-94%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥90%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
1%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
6%
Showing 2009–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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?
514 students attend St. Paul Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of St. Paul Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Paul Elementary School?
St. Paul Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, 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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