Serving 392 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dare Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dare 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
Dare Elementary School's student population of 392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Dare Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dare Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#81 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90-94%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
9%
22%
White
64%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dare Elementary School's ranking?
Dare Elementary School is ranked #81 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Dare Elementary School often compared to?
Dare Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grafton Bethel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Dare Elementary School?
392 students attend Dare Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Dare Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dare Elementary School?
Dare Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dare Elementary School offer ?
Dare Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dare Elementary School part of?
Dare Elementary School is part of York County School District.
School Reviews
5 2/27/2023
I loved this school SO MUCH that I stayed here from 2016 up until 2020 I was so sad when I figured out we were moving I now live in North Carolina I would go back to this school in a heartbeat. The teachers are amazing and so sweet and the teachers have strong connections with the students they make sure everyone feels welcome.
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