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#892 of 1,851 schools in VA
Top 48% in state
D.j. Montague Elementary
Elementary School · Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools
5380 Centerville Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23188
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#892 of 1,851
In Williamsburg
#13 of 19
public schools
In district
#9 of 16
Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools
Equity
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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D.j. Montague Elementary
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About D.j. Montague Elementary
D.j. Montague Elementary is a public elementary school in Williamsburg, VA, part of Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools. D.j.
Montague Elementary serves approximately 520 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. D.j. Montague Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #892 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for D.j. Montague Elementary show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- VA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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D.j. Montague Elementary — Students at D.j. Montague Elementary score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.5%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 6.0/10.
How D.j. Montague Elementary Compares
See how D.j. Montague 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
5380 Centerville Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23188
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering D.j. Montague Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Waller Mill Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stonehouse Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 5.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, J. Blaine Blayton Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Williamsburg, see our Williamsburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILLIAMSBURG MONTESSORI SCHOOL Williamsburg | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Lois Hornsby Middle Williamsburg | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| J. Blaine Blayton Elementary Williamsburg | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Lafayette High Williamsburg | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Warhill High Williamsburg | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Matoaka Elementary Williamsburg | 2.8 mi | 6.3 |
| PROVIDENCE CLASSICAL SCHOOL Williamsburg | 3.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Jamestown High Williamsburg | 4.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Norge Elementary Williamsburg | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Berkeley Middle Williamsburg | 3.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Toano Middle Toano | 4.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Clara Byrd Baker Elementary Williamsburg | 4.5 mi | 5.8 |
| James Blair Middle Williamsburg | 3.8 mi | 5.2 |
| GREENWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Williamsburg | 4.6 mi | 6.2 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Williamsburg | 4.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Waller Mill Elementary Williamsburg | 4.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Stonehouse Elementary Williamsburg | 5.8 mi | 7.1 |
| WALSINGHAM ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL Williamsburg | 5.2 mi | 5.8 |
| WILLIAMSBURG CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Williamsburg | 5.8 mi | 5.1 |
| WALSINGHAM ACADEMY Williamsburg | 5.2 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23188 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,088
Median Home Value
$409,100
Median Rent
$1,541/mo
Population
45,342
College Educated
49.8%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
49.1
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| Claremont Immersion Arlington, VA | 6.5 |
| Colonial Trail Elementary Glen Allen, VA | 6.5 |
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| Echo Lake Elementary Glen Allen, VA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about D.j. Montague Elementary
What grades does D.j. Montague Elementary serve?
D.j. Montague Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend D.j. Montague Elementary?
D.j. Montague Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 520 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at D.j. Montague Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at D.j. Montague Elementary is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does D.j. Montague Elementary rank in VA?
D.j. Montague Elementary ranks #892 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is D.j. Montague Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
D.j. Montague Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 D.j. Montague Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, D.j. Montague Elementary has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is D.j. Montague Elementary a charter school?
No, D.j. Montague Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is D.j. Montague Elementary a Title I school?
No, D.j. Montague Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for D.j. Montague Elementary?
67.5% of students at D.j. Montague 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 520
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- James City County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.5%
- Phone
- (757) 258-3022
Resources & Links
District
Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 11,402
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,756
- District Rank
- #9 of 16
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