Serving 714 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverheads Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverheads Elementary School's student population of 714 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
714 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Riverheads Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverheads Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#715 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
2%
21%
White
88%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Augusta County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverheads Elementary School's ranking?
Riverheads Elementary School is ranked #715 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Riverheads Elementary School?
714 students attend Riverheads Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Riverheads Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverheads Elementary School?
Riverheads Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverheads Elementary School offer ?
Riverheads Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Riverheads Elementary School part of?
Riverheads Elementary School is part of Augusta County School District.
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