William M. Bass Elementary School

1730 Seabury Ave
Lynchburg, VA 24501
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 196 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William M. Bass 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 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 196 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

William M. Bass Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

William M. Bass Elementary School's student population of 196 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026

School Rankings

William M. Bass 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 William M. Bass Elementary School is 0.63, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1370 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
65-69%
68%
(20-21)
40-44%
69%
(20-21)
11-19%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
55%
22%
White
20%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
6%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is William M. Bass Elementary School's ranking?
William M. Bass Elementary School is ranked #1370 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are William M. Bass Elementary School often compared to?
William M. Bass Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Elementary School, Dearington Elementary/innovation by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend William M. Bass Elementary School?
196 students attend William M. Bass Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of William M. Bass Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William M. Bass Elementary School?
William M. Bass Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does William M. Bass Elementary School offer ?
William M. Bass Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William M. Bass Elementary School part of?
William M. Bass Elementary School is part of Lynchburg City School District.
In what neighborhood is William M. Bass Elementary School located?
William M. Bass Elementary School is located in the Fairview Heights neighborhood of Lynchburg, VA.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 196 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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