Serving 389 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Point Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-74% (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 19:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% 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: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Point Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
West Point Elementary School's student population of 389 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
West Point Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Point Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#282 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
12%
22%
White
72%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Point Elementary School's ranking?
West Point Elementary School is ranked #282 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are West Point Elementary School often compared to?
West Point Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cool Spring Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 West Point Elementary School?
389 students attend West Point Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of West Point Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Point Elementary School?
West Point Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Point Elementary School offer ?
West Point Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Point Elementary School part of?
West Point Elementary School is part of West Point School District.
School Reviews
5 3/22/2010
Majority of the staff are all very easy to communicate with. A lot of parent involvement. When my child needed extra help it was readily available and he is thriving.
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