Serving 214 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wenonah 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wenonah Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wenonah Elementary School's student population of 214 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Wenonah 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 Wenonah 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
#1589 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
35%
19%
Black
21%
22%
White
38%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
13%
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 Wenonah Elementary School's ranking?
Wenonah Elementary School is ranked #1589 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Wenonah Elementary School often compared to?
Wenonah Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Perry Elementary School, Westwood Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Wenonah Elementary School?
214 students attend Wenonah Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Wenonah Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wenonah Elementary School?
Wenonah Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wenonah Elementary School offer ?
Wenonah Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wenonah Elementary School part of?
Wenonah Elementary School is part of Waynesboro City School District.
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