Serving 548 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sutherland 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 58% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sutherland Elementary School's student population of 548 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
548 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Motto
Preparing today’s children for tomorrow’s world.
School Rankings
Sutherland 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 Sutherland 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
#1275 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
41%
21%
White
35%
44%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Scotties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sutherland Elementary School's ranking?
Sutherland Elementary School is ranked #1275 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Sutherland Elementary School?
548 students attend Sutherland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Sutherland Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sutherland Elementary School?
Sutherland Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sutherland Elementary School offer ?
Sutherland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sutherland Elementary School part of?
Sutherland Elementary School is part of Dinwiddie County School District.
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