Serving 652 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tussing 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 75% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tussing Elementary serves a central area in Colonial Heights, VA, covering approximately 3.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tussing Elementary School's student population of 652 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
652 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
It's a Great Day to Be a Tiger!
School Rankings
Tussing 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 Tussing Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#762 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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)17.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tussing Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tussing Elementary School's ranking?
Tussing Elementary School is ranked #762 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Tussing Elementary School often compared to?
Tussing Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Elementary School, Marguerite F. Christian Elementary School, Elizabeth Scott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Tussing Elementary School?
652 students attend Tussing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Tussing Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tussing Elementary School?
Tussing Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tussing Elementary School offer ?
Tussing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tussing Elementary School part of?
Tussing Elementary School is part of Colonial Heights City School District.
In what neighborhood is Tussing Elementary School located?
Tussing Elementary School is located in the Conjurers Neck neighborhood of Colonial Heights, VA.
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