Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kentuck Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kentuck Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kentuck Elementary School's student population of 477 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Kentuck 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 Kentuck Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#536 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)73%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
24%
22%
White
66%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
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 Kentuck Elementary School's ranking?
Kentuck Elementary School is ranked #536 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Kentuck Elementary School often compared to?
Kentuck Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southside Elementary School, South Boston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Kentuck Elementary School?
477 students attend Kentuck Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Kentuck Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kentuck Elementary School?
Kentuck Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kentuck Elementary School offer ?
Kentuck Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Kentuck Elementary School part of?
Kentuck Elementary School is part of Pittsylvania County School District.
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