Serving 668 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Battlefield 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 69% (which is equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 668 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Battlefield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Battlefield Elementary School's student population of 668 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
668 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Battlefield 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 Battlefield Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#952 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
37%
19%
Black
15%
22%
White
36%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
55%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Battlefield Elementary School's ranking?
Battlefield Elementary School is ranked #952 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Battlefield Elementary School often compared to?
Battlefield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chancellor 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 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Battlefield Elementary School?
668 students attend Battlefield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Battlefield Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Battlefield Elementary School?
Battlefield Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Battlefield Elementary School offer ?
Battlefield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Battlefield Elementary School part of?
Battlefield Elementary School is part of Spotsylvania County School District.
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