Needs Improvement
#1722 of 1,851 schools in VA
Booker T. Washington Elementary
Elementary School · Suffolk City Public Schools
204 Walnut Street, Suffolk, VA 23434
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,722 of 1,851
In Suffolk
#19 of 19
public schools
In district
#19 of 19
Suffolk City Public Schools
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Booker T. Washington Elementary
Elementary School in Suffolk · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Booker T. Washington Elementary
Booker T. Washington Elementary is a public elementary school in Suffolk, VA, part of Suffolk City Public Schools. Booker T.
Washington Elementary serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Booker T. Washington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,722 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Booker T. Washington Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- VA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Booker T. Washington Elementary — Students at Booker T. Washington Elementary score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.
How Booker T. Washington Elementary Compares
See how Booker T. Washington Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
204 Walnut Street, Suffolk, VA 23434
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Booker T. Washington Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oakland Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 8.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nansemond Parkway Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 5.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Southwestern Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 9.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Suffolk, see our Suffolk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John F. Kennedy Middle Suffolk | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| SUFFOLK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Suffolk | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Mack Benn Jr. Elementary Suffolk | 2.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Elephant's Fork Elementary Suffolk | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Hillpoint Elementary Suffolk | 3.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Kilby Shores Elementary Suffolk | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| King's Fork High Suffolk | 4.5 mi | 6.8 |
| King's Fork Middle Suffolk | 4.7 mi | 4.6 |
| NANSEMOND-SUFFOLK ACADEMY Suffolk | 4.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Forest Glen Middle Suffolk | 4.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Nansemond Parkway Elementary Suffolk | 5.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Lakeland High Suffolk | 4.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Nansemond River High Suffolk | 6.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Oakland Elementary Suffolk | 8.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Florence Bowser Elementary Suffolk | 8.4 mi | 5.4 |
| John Yeates Middle Suffolk | 9.1 mi | 8.2 |
| STONEBRIDGE SCHOOL Chesapeake | 9.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Jolliff Middle Chesapeake | 9.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Creekside Elementary Suffolk | 10.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Southwestern Elementary Suffolk | 9.7 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23434 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,798
Median Home Value
$293,600
Median Rent
$1,242/mo
Population
52,556
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
37.9
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|---|---|
| Accawmacke Elementary Accomac, VA | 3.4 |
| Lakeview Elementary Portsmouth, VA | 3.4 |
| Lincoln Terrace Elementary Roanoke, VA | 3.4 |
| Suella G. Ellis Elementary Manassas, VA | 3.4 |
| Westover Hills Elementary Richmond, VA | 3.4 |
| William Perry Elementary Waynesboro, VA | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Booker T. Washington Elementary
What grades does Booker T. Washington Elementary serve?
Booker T. Washington Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Booker T. Washington Elementary?
Booker T. Washington Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Booker T. Washington Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Booker T. Washington Elementary is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Booker T. Washington Elementary rank in VA?
Booker T. Washington Elementary ranks #1,722 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Booker T. Washington Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Booker T. Washington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Booker T. Washington Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Booker T. Washington Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Booker T. Washington Elementary a charter school?
No, Booker T. Washington Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Booker T. Washington Elementary a Title I school?
No, Booker T. Washington Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Booker T. Washington Elementary?
68.4% of students at Booker T. Washington Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 342
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Suffolk city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.3%
- Phone
- (757) 934-6226
Resources & Links
District
Suffolk City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 14,520
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,431
- District Rank
- #19 of 19
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