Serving 607 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rural Point Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and 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: 607 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rural Point Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rural Point Elementary School's student population of 607 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rural Point Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rural Point Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#61 out of 1792 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)89%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)87%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
3%
22%
White
79%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rural Point Elementary School's ranking?
Rural Point Elementary School is ranked #61 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Rural Point Elementary School?
607 students attend Rural Point Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Rural Point Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% 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 Rural Point Elementary School?
Rural Point Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rural Point Elementary School offer ?
Rural Point Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rural Point Elementary School part of?
Rural Point Elementary School is part of Hanover County School District.
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