Serving 653 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Magruder Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 77% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Magruder Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Magruder Elementary School's student population of 653 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Magruder Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Magruder Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#434 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)77%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
18%
22%
White
46%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Magruder Elementary School's ranking?
Magruder Elementary School is ranked #434 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Magruder Elementary School often compared to?
Magruder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waller Mill Elementary School, Matoaka Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Magruder Elementary School?
653 students attend Magruder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Magruder Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Magruder Elementary School?
Magruder Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Magruder Elementary School offer ?
Magruder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Magruder Elementary School part of?
Magruder Elementary School is part of York County School District.
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