Serving 616 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Cradock 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 30% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cradock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cradock Elementary School's student population of 616 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
616 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Cradock 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 Cradock Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1734 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
67%
21%
White
9%
44%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
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 Cradock Elementary School's ranking?
Cradock Elementary School is ranked #1734 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Cradock Elementary School often compared to?
Cradock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Victory Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Cradock Elementary School?
616 students attend Cradock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Cradock Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cradock Elementary School?
Cradock Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cradock Elementary School offer ?
Cradock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cradock Elementary School part of?
Cradock Elementary School is part of Portsmouth City School District.
In what neighborhood is Cradock Elementary School located?
Cradock Elementary School is located in the Cradock neighborhood of Portsmouth, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Cradock.
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