Serving 169 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Jane E. Tuitt Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virgin Islands for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is approximately equal to the Virgin Islands state average of 89%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (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 (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VI
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jane E. Tuitt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virgin Islands for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Jane E. Tuitt Elementary School's student population of 169 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jane E. Tuitt Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 25 schools in Virgin Islands (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jane E. Tuitt Elementary School is 0.42, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.36. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#12 out of 25 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80-89%
89%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥90%
75%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
28%
20%
Black
71%
78%
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
98%
99%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jane E. Tuitt Elementary School's ranking?
Jane E. Tuitt Elementary School is ranked #12 out of 25 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virgin Islands.
What schools are Jane E. Tuitt Elementary School often compared to?
Jane E. Tuitt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph Sibilly Elementary School, Joseph Gomez Elementary School, Lockhart Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 89% VI state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% VI state average).
How many students attend Jane E. Tuitt Elementary School?
169 students attend Jane E. Tuitt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Jane E. Tuitt Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jane E. Tuitt Elementary School?
Jane E. Tuitt Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virgin Islands state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jane E. Tuitt Elementary School offer ?
Jane E. Tuitt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jane E. Tuitt Elementary School part of?
Jane E. Tuitt Elementary School is part of Saint Thomas - Saint John School District.
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