Serving 557 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waterman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waterman Elementary School's student population of 557 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waterman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterman Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1673 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
66%
20%
Black
8%
21%
White
19%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterman Elementary School's ranking?
Waterman Elementary School is ranked #1673 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Waterman Elementary School often compared to?
Waterman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Keister Elementary School, Spotswood Elementary School, Stone Spring Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Waterman Elementary School?
557 students attend Waterman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Waterman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterman Elementary School?
Waterman Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waterman Elementary School offer ?
Waterman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waterman Elementary School part of?
Waterman Elementary School is part of Harrisonburg City School District.
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