Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Abingdon Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Abingdon Elementary School's student population of 437 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Abingdon Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abingdon Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#895 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)61%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
4%
22%
White
77%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
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 Abingdon Elementary School's ranking?
Abingdon Elementary School is ranked #895 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Abingdon Elementary School often compared to?
Abingdon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Achilles Elementary School, Bethel Elementary School, Botetourt Elementary 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 54% VA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Abingdon Elementary School?
437 students attend Abingdon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Abingdon Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Abingdon Elementary School?
Abingdon Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Abingdon Elementary School offer ?
Abingdon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Abingdon Elementary School part of?
Abingdon Elementary School is part of Gloucester County School District.
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