Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, L.f. Palmer 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 24% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
L.f. Palmer Elementary School's student population of 477 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
L.f. Palmer Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of L.f. Palmer Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1668 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)24%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
46%
19%
Black
37%
22%
White
9%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
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 L.f. Palmer Elementary School's ranking?
L.f. Palmer Elementary School is ranked #1668 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are L.f. Palmer Elementary School often compared to?
L.f. Palmer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like B.c. Charles Elementary School, Joseph H. Saunders Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend L.f. Palmer Elementary School?
477 students attend L.f. Palmer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of L.f. Palmer Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of L.f. Palmer Elementary School?
L.f. Palmer Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does L.f. Palmer Elementary School offer ?
L.f. Palmer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is L.f. Palmer Elementary School part of?
L.f. Palmer Elementary School is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is L.f. Palmer Elementary School located?
L.f. Palmer Elementary School is located in the Central Newport News neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in Central Newport News.
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