Serving 662 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smith Station Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 67% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smith Station Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Smith Station Elementary School's student population of 662 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smith Station Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith Station Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#651 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)67%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
25%
19%
Black
23%
22%
White
38%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith Station Elementary School's ranking?
Smith Station Elementary School is ranked #651 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Smith Station Elementary School often compared to?
Smith Station Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chancellor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Smith Station Elementary School?
662 students attend Smith Station Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Smith Station Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith Station Elementary School?
Smith Station Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smith Station Elementary School offer ?
Smith Station Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Smith Station Elementary School part of?
Smith Station Elementary School is part of Spotsylvania County School District.
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