Halifax Elementary School serves 221 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 was lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 76% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
221 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
1%
19%
Black
75%
22%
White
24%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Halifax Elementary School?
221 students attend Halifax Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Halifax Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Halifax Elementary School?
Halifax Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Halifax Elementary School offer ?
Halifax Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Halifax Elementary School part of?
Halifax Elementary School is part of Halifax County Public Schools School District.
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