Serving 655 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wilson 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 61% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 655 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilson Elementary serves the eastern part of Fishersville, VA, covering an area of approximately 26.2 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3.3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilson Elementary School's student population of 655 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
655 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Wilson 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 Wilson Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1301 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
10%
21%
White
66%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Elementary School's ranking?
Wilson Elementary School is ranked #1301 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Wilson Elementary School often compared to?
Wilson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cassell Elementary School, Stuarts Draft Elementary School, Wilson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Wilson Elementary School?
655 students attend Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Wilson Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Elementary School?
Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Wilson Elementary School part of?
Wilson Elementary School is part of Augusta County School District.
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