Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Venable Elementary School 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Venable Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Venable Elementary School's student population of 322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Venable Elementary School 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 Venable Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#792 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
28%
22%
White
46%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
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 Venable Elementary School's ranking?
Venable Elementary School is ranked #792 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Venable Elementary School often compared to?
Venable Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burnley-moran Elementary School, Johnson Elementary School, Jackson-via Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Venable Elementary School?
322 students attend Venable Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Venable Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Venable Elementary School?
Venable Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Venable Elementary School offer ?
Venable Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Venable Elementary School part of?
Venable Elementary School is part of Charlottesville City School District.
In what neighborhood is Venable Elementary School located?
Venable Elementary School is located in the Venable neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Venable.
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