Serving 796 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Falling Creek 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 45% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 796 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Falling Creek Elementary School's student population of 796 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
796 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Falling Creek 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 Falling Creek Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1694 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)31%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
54%
19%
Black
35%
22%
White
7%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
12%
6%
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 Falling Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Falling Creek Elementary School is ranked #1694 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Falling Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Falling Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopkins Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Falling Creek Elementary School?
796 students attend Falling Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Falling Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Falling Creek Elementary School?
Falling Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Falling Creek Elementary School offer ?
Falling Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Falling Creek Elementary School part of?
Falling Creek Elementary School is part of Chesterfield County Public Schools.
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