Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rustburg 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 67% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 25% 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: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rustburg Elementary School's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
450 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rustburg 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 Rustburg Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1178 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
9%
21%
White
75%
44%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
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 Rustburg Elementary School's ranking?
Rustburg Elementary School is ranked #1178 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Rustburg Elementary School often compared to?
Rustburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yellow Branch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Rustburg Elementary School?
450 students attend Rustburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Rustburg Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rustburg Elementary School?
Rustburg Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rustburg Elementary School offer ?
Rustburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Rustburg Elementary School part of?
Rustburg Elementary School is part of Campbell County School District.
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