Big Island Elementary

Big Island Elementary is a regular public elementary school nestled in the rural setting of Big Island, Virginia. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 148 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1 with eleven full-time equivalent teachers. The school’s academic performance shows that 72% of its students are proficient or above in both English Language Arts/Reading and Math.

With a MySchoolScout Rating of 4.0 out of 10, Big Island Elementary is ranked at the 25th percentile among schools in Virginia, indicating there is room for academic growth and improvement. Big Island Elementary provides a small-scale learning environment that fosters close relationships between students and teachers. The school’s rural location offers a peaceful setting conducive to education and community involvement.

With an enrollment of 148 students, Big Island Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Big Island Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.