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#776 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 42% in state

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Quinton Elementary

Elementary School · New Kent County Public Schools

8325 S. Quaker Rd, Quinton, VA 23141

Enrollment

520

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#776 of 1,851

In Quinton

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

New Kent County Public Schools

Academic performance

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Quinton Elementary

6.8/10

Elementary School in Quinton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Quinton Elementary

Quinton Elementary is a public elementary school in Quinton, VA, part of New Kent County Public Schools. Quinton Elementary serves approximately 520 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Quinton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #776 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Quinton Elementary show 86% math proficiency (2025 SOL) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 SOL). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Quinton Elementary 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

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics7.2Very Good60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency86% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency76% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+12.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.3 pts
Overall Proficiency81% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)81% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment6.1Average40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,400
Chronic Absenteeism10.8%

Quinton Elementary — Students at Quinton Elementary score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 81%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 85.8% (2025 SOL)
School
State
73.5% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 76.3% (2025 SOL)
School
State
72.2% (2025 SOL)

Based on 8 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

How Quinton Elementary Compares

See how Quinton Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in VA
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
6.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

Location

8325 S. Quaker Rd, Quinton, VA 23141

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Quinton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Battlefield Park Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Mechanicsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is George W. Watkins Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pole Green Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Mechanicsville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Quinton, see our Quinton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Elko Middle Sandston 3.5 mi 3.2
NEW BRIDGE ACADEMY Sandston 3.6 mi 5.9
George W. Watkins Elementary Quinton 4.2 mi 8.5
LYNNHAVEN SCHOOL Henrico 6.5 mi 6.2
ASTROLABE ACADEMY, LLC Charles City 7.9 mi
Cashell Donahoe Elementary Sandston 6.5 mi 2.4
Seven Pines Elementary Sandston 7.1 mi 5.1
Sandston Elementary Sandston 7.5 mi 6.9
Fair Oaks Elementary Highland Springs 7.9 mi 2.4
Highland Springs High Highland Springs 8.2 mi 5.4
Battlefield Park Elementary Mechanicsville 9.6 mi 8.7
Cold Harbor Elementary Mechanicsville 9.2 mi 5.1
Henry D. Ward Elementary Richmond 9.1 mi 3.7
Highland Springs Elementary Highland Springs 9.1 mi 1.6
Henrico Virtual Academy Henrico 9.4 mi
Pole Green Elementary Mechanicsville 10.7 mi 7.8
Fairfield Middle Richmond 10.2 mi 3.2
Mechanicsville High Mechanicsville 10.8 mi 8.1
Bell Creek Middle Mechanicsville 11.0 mi 7.4
Jacob L. Adams Elementary Richmond 10.4 mi 3.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23141 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,076

Median Home Value

$358,000

Median Rent

$1,513/mo

Population

7,795

College Educated

36.1%

Homeownership

88.9%

Avg Commute

27.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

45.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Belle Heth Elementary Radford, VA 6.8
Belmont Elementary Woodbridge, VA 6.8
Bristow Run Elementary Bristow, VA 6.8
C.M. Bradley Elementary Warrenton, VA 6.8
Fairhill Elementary Fairfax, VA 6.8
Flatwoods Elementary Jonesville, VA 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Quinton Elementary

What grades does Quinton Elementary serve?

Quinton Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Quinton Elementary?

Quinton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 520 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Quinton Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Quinton Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Quinton Elementary rank in VA?

Quinton Elementary ranks #776 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Quinton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Quinton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Quinton Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Quinton Elementary has 86% math proficiency (2025 SOL) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 SOL).

Is Quinton Elementary a charter school?

No, Quinton Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Quinton Elementary a Title I school?

No, Quinton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Quinton Elementary?

35.2% of students at Quinton 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
New Kent County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

District

New Kent County Public Schools
District Enrollment
3,535
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,400
District Rank
#2 of 5

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