Serving 609 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bettie Weaver Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bettie Weaver Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bettie Weaver Elementary School's student population of 609 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
609 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bettie Weaver Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bettie Weaver Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#84 out of 1792 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)81%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)91%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
1%
22%
White
90%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bettie Weaver Elementary School's ranking?
Bettie Weaver Elementary School is ranked #84 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bettie Weaver Elementary School often compared to?
Bettie Weaver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J.b. Watkins Elementary School, Robious Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Bettie Weaver Elementary School?
609 students attend Bettie Weaver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Bettie Weaver Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bettie Weaver Elementary School?
Bettie Weaver Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bettie Weaver Elementary School offer ?
Bettie Weaver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bettie Weaver Elementary School part of?
Bettie Weaver Elementary School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
In what neighborhood is Bettie Weaver Elementary School located?
Bettie Weaver Elementary School is located in the Tarrington neighborhood of Midlothian, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Tarrington.
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