Jeter-watson Elementary School serves 502 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jeter-watson Elementary School's student population of 502 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jeter-watson Elementary School is 0.41, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
10%
22%
White
76%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Jeter-watson Elementary School?
502 students attend Jeter-watson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Jeter-watson Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jeter-watson Elementary School?
Jeter-watson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jeter-watson Elementary School offer ?
Jeter-watson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jeter-watson Elementary School part of?
Jeter-watson Elementary School is part of Alleghany Highlands School District.
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