Serving 235 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meherrin Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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: 235 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meherrin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Meherrin Elementary School's student population of 235 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Meherrin Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meherrin Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#530 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
38%
22%
White
54%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
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 Meherrin Elementary School's ranking?
Meherrin Elementary School is ranked #530 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Meherrin Elementary School often compared to?
Meherrin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nottoway Elementary School, Riverdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Meherrin Elementary School?
235 students attend Meherrin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Meherrin Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meherrin Elementary School?
Meherrin Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meherrin Elementary School offer ?
Meherrin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meherrin Elementary School part of?
Meherrin Elementary School is part of Southampton County School District.
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