Serving 560 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ettrick 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 65% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 81% 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: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ettrick Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Ettrick Elementary School's student population of 560 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
560 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
15 acres
School Rankings
Ettrick 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 Ettrick Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1379 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
64%
21%
White
19%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ettrick Elementary School's ranking?
Ettrick Elementary School is ranked #1379 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Ettrick Elementary School often compared to?
Ettrick Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Matoaca Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Ettrick Elementary School?
560 students attend Ettrick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Ettrick Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ettrick Elementary School?
Ettrick Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ettrick Elementary School offer ?
Ettrick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ettrick Elementary School part of?
Ettrick Elementary School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
In what neighborhood is Ettrick Elementary School located?
Ettrick Elementary School is located in the South Chesterfield neighborhood of Petersburg, VA.
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