Serving 590 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marguerite F. Christian 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 56% (which is lower 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 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marguerite F. Christian Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Marguerite F. Christian Elementary School's student population of 590 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Marguerite F. Christian Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marguerite F. Christian Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1314 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
44%
22%
White
30%
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)
7%
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 Marguerite F. Christian Elementary School's ranking?
Marguerite F. Christian Elementary School is ranked #1314 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Marguerite F. Christian Elementary School often compared to?
Marguerite F. Christian Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Enon Elementary School, Elizabeth Scott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% 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 Marguerite F. Christian Elementary School?
590 students attend Marguerite F. Christian Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Marguerite F. Christian Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marguerite F. Christian Elementary School?
Marguerite F. Christian Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marguerite F. Christian Elementary School offer ?
Marguerite F. Christian Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marguerite F. Christian Elementary School part of?
Marguerite F. Christian Elementary School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
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