Serving 401 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Meadows Of Dan Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 36:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 36:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadows Of Dan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Meadows Of Dan Elementary School's student population of 401 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meadows Of Dan Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadows Of Dan Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#366 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
36:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
20%
22%
White
56%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadows Of Dan Elementary School's ranking?
Meadows Of Dan Elementary School is ranked #366 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Meadows Of Dan Elementary School?
401 students attend Meadows Of Dan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Meadows Of Dan Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadows Of Dan Elementary School?
Meadows Of Dan Elementary School has a student ration of 36:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meadows Of Dan Elementary School offer ?
Meadows Of Dan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadows Of Dan Elementary School part of?
Meadows Of Dan Elementary School is part of Patrick County School District.
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