Summary:
Surry County Public Schools in Virginia has only one elementary school, Surry Elementary, which serves students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. Located in a rural area, Surry Elementary faces unique challenges, including a high poverty rate among its student population and fluctuating academic performance compared to state averages.
Surry Elementary has an enrollment of 271 students, with a diverse racial makeup and a significant majority (87.08%) of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage. The school's academic performance has been mixed, with proficiency rates in SOL (Standards of Learning) assessments sometimes exceeding state averages, but also dipping below state levels in certain subject areas and grade levels. The school's statewide ranking and SchoolDigger rating have also varied in recent years, ranging from 820 out of 1,109 Virginia elementary schools to 448 out of 1,114, and from 1 star out of 5 to 3 stars out of 5.
Despite the school's relatively high per-student spending of $11,885 and a low student-teacher ratio of 10.4 to 1, the fluctuations in academic performance suggest that the school may face challenges in effectively utilizing its resources to support student learning and achievement. As the only elementary school in the Surry County Public Schools district, Surry Elementary's performance and the unique needs of its student population warrant further investigation and targeted interventions to ensure that all students have the opportunity to succeed.
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