Serving 533 students in grades 3-5, Appomattox 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 50% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Appomattox Elementary School's student population of 533 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Appomattox 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 Appomattox Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1093 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
20%
22%
White
67%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
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 Appomattox Elementary School's ranking?
Appomattox Elementary School is ranked #1093 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Appomattox Elementary School often compared to?
Appomattox Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Appomattox Middle School, Appomattox County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Appomattox Elementary School?
533 students attend Appomattox Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Appomattox Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Appomattox Elementary School?
Appomattox Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Appomattox Elementary School offer ?
Appomattox Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Appomattox Elementary School part of?
Appomattox Elementary School is part of Appomattox County School District.
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