Locust Grove Primary serves 484 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Locust Grove Primary's student population of 484 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Locust Grove Primary is 0.63, 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
17:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%

Hispanic
21%
19%

Black
10%
22%

White
56%
44%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
55%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%

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 schools are Locust Grove Primary often compared to?
Locust Grove Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Orange Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Locust Grove Primary?
484 students attend Locust Grove Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Locust Grove Primary students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Locust Grove Primary?
Locust Grove Primary has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Locust Grove Primary offer ?
Locust Grove Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Locust Grove Primary part of?
Locust Grove Primary is part of Orange County School District.
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