Serving 366 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lacrosse Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: 366 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lacrosse Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lacrosse Elementary School's student population of 366 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
366 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Lacrosse Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lacrosse Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#752 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
23%
22%
White
60%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lacrosse Elementary School's ranking?
Lacrosse Elementary School is ranked #752 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Lacrosse Elementary School often compared to?
Lacrosse Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Hill Elementary School, Clarksville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Lacrosse Elementary School?
366 students attend Lacrosse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Lacrosse Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lacrosse Elementary School?
Lacrosse Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lacrosse Elementary School offer ?
Lacrosse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Lacrosse Elementary School part of?
Lacrosse Elementary School is part of Mecklenburg County School District.
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