Serving 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Back Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Back Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Back Creek Elementary School's student population of 274 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
274 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Back Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Back Creek Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#182 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
2%
20%
White
92%
44%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Back Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Back Creek Elementary School is ranked #182 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Back Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Back Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cave Spring Elementary School, Bonsack Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Back Creek Elementary School?
274 students attend Back Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Back Creek Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Back Creek Elementary School?
Back Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Back Creek Elementary School offer ?
Back Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Back Creek Elementary School part of?
Back Creek Elementary School is part of Roanoke County School District.
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