Serving 904 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lockhart Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virgin Islands for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the Virgin Islands state average of 89%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Virgin Islands state average of 75%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Virgin Islands state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virgin Islands state average of 99% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 904 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VI
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lockhart Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virgin Islands for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lockhart Elementary School's student population of 904 students has grown by 175% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 196% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
904 students
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
School Rankings
Lockhart Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 25 schools in Virgin Islands (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lockhart Elementary School is 0.39, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7 out of 25 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)94%
89%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)82%
75%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
20%
21%
Black
76%
76%
White
2%
1%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
99%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lockhart Elementary School's ranking?
Lockhart Elementary School is ranked #7 out of 25 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virgin Islands.
What schools are Lockhart Elementary School often compared to?
Lockhart Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yvonne E. Milliner-bowsky Elementary School, Joseph Sibilly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 89% VI state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% VI state average).
How many students attend Lockhart Elementary School?
904 students attend Lockhart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Lockhart Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lockhart Elementary School?
Lockhart Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Virgin Islands state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lockhart Elementary School offer ?
Lockhart Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Lockhart Elementary School part of?
Lockhart Elementary School is part of Saint Thomas - Saint John School District.
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