Serving 560 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bluestone 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 46% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bluestone Elementary School's student population of 560 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Bluestone Elementary School 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 Bluestone Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1648 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
44%
19%
Black
12%
22%
White
37%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bluestone Elementary School's ranking?
Bluestone Elementary School is ranked #1648 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bluestone Elementary School often compared to?
Bluestone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Keister Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Bluestone Elementary School?
560 students attend Bluestone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Bluestone Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bluestone Elementary School?
Bluestone Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bluestone Elementary School offer ?
Bluestone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bluestone Elementary School part of?
Bluestone Elementary School is part of Harrisonburg City Public Schools.
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