Below Average
#1617 of 1,851 schools in VA
Based on limited data
Locust Grove Primary
Elementary School · Orange County Public Schools
31230 Constitution Highway, Locust Grove, VA 22508
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on VA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
484
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
484
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,617 of 1,851
In Locust Grove
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#9 of 9
Orange County Public Schools
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Locust Grove Primary
Elementary School in Locust Grove · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Locust Grove Elementary
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Locust Grove Middle
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About Locust Grove Primary
Locust Grove Primary is a public elementary school in Locust Grove, VA, part of Orange County Public Schools. Locust Grove Primary serves approximately 484 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Locust Grove Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,617 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Locust Grove Primary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Locust Grove Primary Compares
See how Locust Grove Primary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
31230 Constitution Highway, Locust Grove, VA 22508
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Locust Grove Primary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. A.G. Richardson Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Culpeper), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brock Road Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Spotsylvania), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PATRICK SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Fredericksburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Locust Grove, see our Locust Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Locust Grove Elementary Locust Grove | 0.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Locust Grove Middle Locust Grove | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| VILLAGE ACADEMY AT CHILDHELP EAST Lignum | 6.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Unionville Elementary Unionville | 7.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Lightfoot Elementary Unionville | 7.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Brock Road Elementary Spotsylvania | 8.1 mi | 6.4 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Fredericksburg | 10.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Livingston Elementary Spotsylvania | 13.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Ni River Middle Spotsylvania | 11.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Wilderness Elementary Spotsylvania | 11.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Eastern View High Culpeper | 13.8 mi | 6.1 |
| KEYS ACADEMY - CULPEPER Culpeper | 13.4 mi | — |
| Post Oak Middle Spotsylvania | 13.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Spotsylvania High Spotsylvania | 13.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Galbreath-Marshall Building Culpeper | 14.5 mi | — |
| Pearl Sample Elementary Culpeper | 14.2 mi | 5.3 |
| A.G. Richardson Elementary Culpeper | 14.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Mary Walter Elementary Bealeton | 15.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Farmington Elementary Culpeper | 14.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Margaret M. Pierce Elementary Remington | 16.6 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,733
Median Home Value
$368,200
Median Rent
$1,693/mo
Population
15,608
College Educated
38.4%
Homeownership
93.3%
Avg Commute
47 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
42.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Anthony P. Mehfoud Elementary Richmond, VA | 4.0 |
| Chamberlayne Elementary Richmond, VA | 4.0 |
| Elizabeth Vaughan Elementary Woodbridge, VA | 4.0 |
| Garfield Elementary Springfield, VA | 4.0 |
| Grace Miller Elementary Bealeton, VA | 4.0 |
| James River Elementary Williamsburg, VA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Locust Grove Primary
What grades does Locust Grove Primary serve?
Locust Grove Primary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Locust Grove Primary?
Locust Grove Primary has an enrollment of approximately 484 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Locust Grove Primary?
The student-teacher ratio at Locust Grove Primary is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Locust Grove Primary rank in VA?
Locust Grove Primary ranks #1,617 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Locust Grove Primary's MySchoolScout rating?
Locust Grove Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Locust Grove Primary a charter school?
No, Locust Grove Primary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Locust Grove Primary a Title I school?
No, Locust Grove Primary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Locust Grove Primary?
66.5% of students at Locust Grove Primary 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 484
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.6%
- Phone
- (540) 661-4420
Resources & Links
District
Orange County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,076
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,297
- District Rank
- #9 of 9
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