Serving 679 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Widewater Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is lower 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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Widewater Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Widewater Elementary School's student population of 679 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
679 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Widewater Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Widewater Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#1351 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)41%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
8%
Hispanic
39%
19%
Black
26%
22%
White
20%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
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 Widewater Elementary School's ranking?
Widewater Elementary School is ranked #1351 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Widewater Elementary School often compared to?
Widewater Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Margaret Brent Elementary School, Stafford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Widewater Elementary School?
679 students attend Widewater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Widewater Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Widewater Elementary School?
Widewater Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Widewater Elementary School offer ?
Widewater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Widewater Elementary School part of?
Widewater Elementary School is part of Stafford County School District.
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