Serving 247 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fort Lewis Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- 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
Fort Lewis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Fort Lewis Elementary School's student population of 247 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Everybody Has a Buddy
School Rankings
Fort Lewis Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Lewis Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#182 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
3%
22%
White
83%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
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 Fort Lewis Elementary School's ranking?
Fort Lewis Elementary School is ranked #182 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Fort Lewis Elementary School often compared to?
Fort Lewis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenvar Elementary School, South Salem Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Fort Lewis Elementary School?
247 students attend Fort Lewis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Fort Lewis Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Lewis Elementary School?
Fort Lewis Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fort Lewis Elementary School offer ?
Fort Lewis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Fort Lewis Elementary School part of?
Fort Lewis Elementary School is part of Roanoke County School District.
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