Serving 679 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kersey Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kersey Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kersey Creek Elementary School's student population of 679 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
679 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kersey Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kersey Creek Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#120 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)86%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
8%
22%
White
79%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kersey Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Kersey Creek Elementary School is ranked #120 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Kersey Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Kersey Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rural Point Elementary School, Pearson's Corner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Kersey Creek Elementary School?
679 students attend Kersey Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Kersey Creek Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kersey Creek Elementary School?
Kersey Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kersey Creek Elementary School offer ?
Kersey Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kersey Creek Elementary School part of?
Kersey Creek Elementary School is part of Hanover County School District.
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