Serving 429 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Powhatan Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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-5
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powhatan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Powhatan Elementary School's student population of 429 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 59% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Powhatan Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Powhatan Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#297 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
3%
22%
White
87%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powhatan Elementary School's ranking?
Powhatan Elementary School is ranked #297 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Powhatan Elementary School often compared to?
Powhatan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pocahontas Elementary School, Flat Rock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Powhatan Elementary School?
429 students attend Powhatan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Powhatan Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Powhatan Elementary School?
Powhatan Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Powhatan Elementary School offer ?
Powhatan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Powhatan Elementary School part of?
Powhatan Elementary School is part of Powhatan County School District.
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