Serving 367 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Colonial Beach 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 65% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is lower than 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 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Colonial Beach Elementary School's student population of 367 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
367 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1907
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Minute, Every Day
School Rankings
Colonial Beach 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 Colonial Beach Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1124 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
20%
21%
White
58%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colonial Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Colonial Beach Elementary School is ranked #1124 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Colonial Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Colonial Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington District Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Colonial Beach Elementary School?
367 students attend Colonial Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Colonial Beach Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colonial Beach Elementary School?
Colonial Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Colonial Beach Elementary School offer ?
Colonial Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Colonial Beach Elementary School part of?
Colonial Beach Elementary School is part of Colonial Beach School District.
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