Serving 445 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Waller Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Waller Mill Elementary serves the northwest part of Williamsburg, VA, covering an area of approximately 34.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge being about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waller Mill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Waller Mill Elementary School's student population of 445 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
445 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Embrace • Engage • Empower
School Rankings
Waller Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waller Mill Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#107 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
18%
21%
White
49%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waller Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Waller Mill Elementary School is ranked #107 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Waller Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Waller Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Magruder Elementary School, Matoaka Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Waller Mill Elementary School?
445 students attend Waller Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Waller Mill Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waller Mill Elementary School?
Waller Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waller Mill Elementary School offer ?
Waller Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waller Mill Elementary School part of?
Waller Mill Elementary School is part of York County School District.
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