Poquoson Primary serves 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Poquoson Primary's student population of 470 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Poquoson Primary is 0.27, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
1%
22%
White
85%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Poquoson Primary often compared to?
Poquoson Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Lancaster Primary, Seaford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Poquoson Primary?
470 students attend Poquoson Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Poquoson Primary students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poquoson Primary?
Poquoson Primary has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poquoson Primary offer ?
Poquoson Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Poquoson Primary part of?
Poquoson Primary is part of Poquoson City School District.
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