Serving 358 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Axton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower 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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Axton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Axton Elementary School's student population of 358 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
10
School Motto
Go Eagles!
School Mascot
Eagle
School Rankings
Axton 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 Axton Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#752 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
26%
19%
Black
23%
22%
White
44%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Axton Elementary School's ranking?
Axton Elementary School is ranked #752 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?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Axton Elementary School?
358 students attend Axton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Axton Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Axton Elementary School?
Axton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Axton Elementary School offer ?
Axton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Axton Elementary School part of?
Axton Elementary School is part of Henry County School District.
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