Serving 453 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Matthew Whaley 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 68% (which is equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to 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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matthew Whaley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Matthew Whaley Elementary School's student population of 453 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Matthew Whaley 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 Matthew Whaley Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#965 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
20%
22%
White
46%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matthew Whaley Elementary School's ranking?
Matthew Whaley Elementary School is ranked #965 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Matthew Whaley Elementary School often compared to?
Matthew Whaley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Matoaka Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Matthew Whaley Elementary School?
453 students attend Matthew Whaley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Matthew Whaley Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Matthew Whaley Elementary School?
Matthew Whaley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Matthew Whaley Elementary School offer ?
Matthew Whaley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Matthew Whaley Elementary School part of?
Matthew Whaley Elementary School is part of Williamsburg-James City County School District.
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