Serving 403 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Claude O. Markoe Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virgin Islands for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the Virgin Islands state average of 89%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Virgin Islands state average of 75%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virgin Islands state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VI
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Claude O. Markoe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virgin Islands for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Claude O. Markoe Elementary School's student population of 403 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Claude O. Markoe Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 25 schools in Virgin Islands (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Claude O. Markoe Elementary School is 0.41, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.37. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5 out of 25 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)93%
89%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85%
75%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
28%
21%
Black
72%
77%
White
n/a
1%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
99%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claude O. Markoe Elementary School's ranking?
Claude O. Markoe Elementary School is ranked #5 out of 25 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virgin Islands.
What schools are Claude O. Markoe Elementary School often compared to?
Claude O. Markoe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alfredo Andrews Elementary School, Eulalie Rivera by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 89% VI state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% VI state average).
How many students attend Claude O. Markoe Elementary School?
403 students attend Claude O. Markoe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Claude O. Markoe Elementary School students are Black, and 28% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Claude O. Markoe Elementary School?
Claude O. Markoe Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virgin Islands state average of 12:1.
What grades does Claude O. Markoe Elementary School offer ?
Claude O. Markoe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Claude O. Markoe Elementary School part of?
Claude O. Markoe Elementary School is part of Saint Croix School District.
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