Serving 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Patrick Springs Primary ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patrick Springs Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Patrick Springs Primary's student population of 245 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Patrick Springs Primary ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patrick Springs Primary is 0.32, 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
#789 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
4%
22%
White
82%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
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 Patrick Springs Primary's ranking?
Patrick Springs Primary is ranked #789 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Patrick Springs Primary?
245 students attend Patrick Springs Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Patrick Springs Primary students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patrick Springs Primary?
Patrick Springs Primary has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patrick Springs Primary offer ?
Patrick Springs Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Patrick Springs Primary part of?
Patrick Springs Primary is part of Patrick County School District.
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