Serving 735 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Baker-butler Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baker-butler Elementary School's student population of 735 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
735 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Baker-butler Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker-butler Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#440 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)67%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
8%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
11%
22%
White
49%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
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 Baker-butler Elementary School's ranking?
Baker-butler Elementary School is ranked #440 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Baker-butler Elementary School often compared to?
Baker-butler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hollymead Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Baker-butler Elementary School?
735 students attend Baker-butler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Baker-butler Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baker-butler Elementary School?
Baker-butler Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baker-butler Elementary School offer ?
Baker-butler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Baker-butler Elementary School part of?
Baker-butler Elementary School is part of Albemarle County School District.
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