Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stony Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stony Mill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Stony Mill Elementary School's student population of 405 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Preparing Scholars for the 21st Century
School Rankings
Stony Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stony Mill Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#182 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
12%
22%
White
68%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stony Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Stony Mill Elementary School is ranked #182 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Stony Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Stony Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Twin Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Stony Mill Elementary School?
405 students attend Stony Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Stony Mill Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stony Mill Elementary School?
Stony Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stony Mill Elementary School offer ?
Stony Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Stony Mill Elementary School part of?
Stony Mill Elementary School is part of Pittsylvania County School District.
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