Serving 601 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Matoaka 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 79% (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 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Matoaka Elementary School's student population of 601 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Matoaka Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Matoaka 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
#428 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
15%
22%
White
64%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Matoaka Elementary School's ranking?
Matoaka Elementary School is ranked #428 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Matoaka Elementary School often compared to?
Matoaka Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stonehouse Elementary School, Waller Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% 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 Matoaka Elementary School?
601 students attend Matoaka Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Matoaka Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Matoaka Elementary School?
Matoaka Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Matoaka Elementary School offer ?
Matoaka Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Matoaka Elementary School part of?
Matoaka Elementary School is part of Williamsburg-James City County School District.
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