Serving 326 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gordon-barbour Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher 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 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordon-barbour Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Gordon-barbour Elementary School's student population of 326 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Gordon-Barbour Elementary is to create and sustain a safe and caring environment for all students.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Gordon-barbour 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 Gordon-barbour Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#863 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
17%
21%
White
60%
44%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gordon-barbour Elementary School's ranking?
Gordon-barbour Elementary School is ranked #863 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Gordon-barbour Elementary School often compared to?
Gordon-barbour Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Locust Grove Elementary School, Lightfoot Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% 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 Gordon-barbour Elementary School?
326 students attend Gordon-barbour Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Gordon-barbour Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gordon-barbour Elementary School?
Gordon-barbour Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gordon-barbour Elementary School offer ?
Gordon-barbour Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gordon-barbour Elementary School part of?
Gordon-barbour Elementary School is part of Orange County School District.
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