Virginia-highland Elementary School serves 561 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Virginia-highland Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
17%
36%
White
55%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Virginia-highland Elementary School often compared to?
Virginia-highland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary Lin Elementary School, Springdale Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Virginia-highland Elementary School?
561 students attend Virginia-highland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Virginia-highland Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Virginia-highland Elementary School?
Virginia-highland Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Virginia-highland Elementary School offer ?
Virginia-highland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Virginia-highland Elementary School part of?
Virginia-highland Elementary School is part of Atlanta School District.
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