Serving 605 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gayton Elementary School ranks in the top 1% 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 92% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher 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 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gayton 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
Gayton Elementary School's student population of 605 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
605 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Gayton Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gayton Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#9 out of 1773 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥95%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-89%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
8%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
4%
21%
White
74%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Henrico County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gayton Elementary School's ranking?
Gayton Elementary School is ranked #9 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Gayton Elementary School often compared to?
Gayton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Short Pump Elementary School, Nuckols Farm Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Gayton Elementary School?
605 students attend Gayton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Gayton Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gayton Elementary School?
Gayton Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gayton Elementary School offer ?
Gayton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gayton Elementary School part of?
Gayton Elementary School is part of Henrico County School District.
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