Serving 180 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dearington Elementary/innovation 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 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 9:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dearington Elementary/innovation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dearington Elementary/innovation's student population of 180 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
180 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Colors
Blue, White, Grey
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dearington Elementary/innovation 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 Dearington Elementary/innovation is 0.54, 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
#1370 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
65%
21%
White
16%
44%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dearington Elementary/innovation's ranking?
Dearington Elementary/innovation is ranked #1370 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Dearington Elementary/innovation?
180 students attend Dearington Elementary/innovation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Dearington Elementary/innovation students are Black, 16% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dearington Elementary/innovation?
Dearington Elementary/innovation has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dearington Elementary/innovation offer ?
Dearington Elementary/innovation offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dearington Elementary/innovation part of?
Dearington Elementary/innovation is part of Lynchburg City School District.
In what neighborhood is Dearington Elementary/innovation located?
Dearington Elementary/innovation is located in the Dearington neighborhood of Lynchburg, VA.
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