Serving 516 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Schoolfield 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 38% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 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)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Schoolfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Schoolfield Elementary School's student population of 516 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
516 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Rankings
Schoolfield 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 Schoolfield Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1700 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
59%
21%
White
16%
44%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schoolfield Elementary School's ranking?
Schoolfield Elementary School is ranked #1700 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Schoolfield Elementary School?
516 students attend Schoolfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Schoolfield Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Schoolfield Elementary School?
Schoolfield Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Schoolfield Elementary School offer ?
Schoolfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Schoolfield Elementary School part of?
Schoolfield Elementary School is part of Danville City School District.
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