Serving 676 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Matoaca 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 62% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 48% 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: 676 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Matoaca Elementary School's student population of 676 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
676 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Matoaca 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 Matoaca Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1357 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)52%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
31%
21%
White
52%
44%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matoaca Elementary School's ranking?
Matoaca Elementary School is ranked #1357 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Matoaca Elementary School often compared to?
Matoaca Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ettrick Elementary School, Walnut Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Matoaca Elementary School?
676 students attend Matoaca Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Matoaca Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Matoaca Elementary School?
Matoaca Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Matoaca Elementary School offer ?
Matoaca Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Matoaca Elementary School part of?
Matoaca Elementary School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
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