Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.b. Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.b. Smith Elementary School's student population of 440 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Roadrunners are responsible, respectful, and ready leaders.
School Rankings
P.b. Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.b. Smith Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#578 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
8%
21%
White
69%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.b. Smith Elementary School's ranking?
P.b. Smith Elementary School is ranked #578 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are P.b. Smith Elementary School often compared to?
P.b. Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary School, C.m. Bradley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend P.b. Smith Elementary School?
440 students attend P.b. Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of P.b. Smith Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.b. Smith Elementary School?
P.b. Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does P.b. Smith Elementary School offer ?
P.b. Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.b. Smith Elementary School part of?
P.b. Smith Elementary School is part of Fauquier County School District.
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