Serving 593 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Spotsylvania 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 65% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spotsylvania Elementary School's student population of 593 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Spotsylvania 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 Spotsylvania Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#648 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
19%
22%
White
53%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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 Spotsylvania Elementary School's ranking?
Spotsylvania Elementary School is ranked #648 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Spotsylvania Elementary School often compared to?
Spotsylvania Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Courtland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Spotsylvania Elementary School?
593 students attend Spotsylvania Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Spotsylvania Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spotsylvania Elementary School?
Spotsylvania Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spotsylvania Elementary School offer ?
Spotsylvania Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Spotsylvania Elementary School part of?
Spotsylvania Elementary School is part of Spotsylvania County School District.
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