Very Good
#444 of 1,851 schools in VA
Top 24% in state
St. Charles Elementary
Elementary School · Lee County Public Schools
2434 St. Charles Road, St. Charles, VA 24282
Enrollment
111
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
111
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#444 of 1,851
In district
#4 of 10
Lee County Public Schools
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About St. Charles Elementary
St. Charles Elementary is a public elementary school in St. Charles, VA, part of Lee County Public Schools.
St. Charles Elementary serves approximately 111 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St.
Charles Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #444 of 1,851 schools in VA. Structured state assessment records for St. Charles Elementary show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 111 students, St. Charles Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
St. Charles 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
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St. Charles Elementary — Students at St. Charles Elementary score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 31 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: 6.5/10.
How St. Charles Elementary Compares
See how St. Charles Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2434 St. Charles Road, St. Charles, VA 24282
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Charles Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. James A. Cawood Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Harlan), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dryden Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Dryden), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Duffield-Pattonsville Primary (rated 8.2/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Duffield), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Charles, see our St. Charles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pennington Middle Pennington Gap | 3.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Lee High Jonesville | 5.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Elk Knob Elementary Pennington Gap | 6.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Dryden Elementary Dryden | 6.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Black Mountain Elementary School Evarts | 7.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Jonesville Middle Jonesville | 9.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Evarts Elementary School Evarts | 8.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Cawood Elementary School Cawood | 9.6 mi | 7.6 |
| HARLAN COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Totz | 10.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Cumberland Elementary School Cumberland | 12.4 mi | 6.5 |
| POWELL VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dryden | 11.5 mi | — |
| Harlan County High School Baxter | 13.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Flatwoods Elementary Jonesville | 14.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Rosspoint Elementary School Baxter | 14.0 mi | 5.3 |
| APPALACHIAN CHALLENGE ACADEMY Grays Knob | 13.7 mi | 5.8 |
| James A. Cawood Elementary Harlan | 14.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Sunshine School Harlan | 14.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Harlan Elementary School Harlan | 14.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Harlan High School Harlan | 14.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Duffield-Pattonsville Primary Duffield | 15.5 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 24282 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
796
College Educated
0%
Homeownership
84.7%
Poverty Rate
60.9%
Median Age
36
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Millboro Elementary Millboro, VA | 7.7 |
| RESTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Reston, VA | 7.7 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Danville, VA | 7.8 |
| MOUNTAINTOP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Charlottesville, VA | 7.6 |
| Mountain View Elementary Buena Vista, VA | 7.6 |
| CEDAR ROAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chesapeake, VA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Charles Elementary
What grades does St. Charles Elementary serve?
St. Charles Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend St. Charles Elementary?
St. Charles Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 111 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Charles Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Charles Elementary is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does St. Charles Elementary rank in VA?
St. Charles Elementary ranks #444 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is St. Charles Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
St. Charles Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 St. Charles Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Charles Elementary has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is St. Charles Elementary a charter school?
No, St. Charles Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is St. Charles Elementary a Title I school?
No, St. Charles Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. Charles Elementary?
77.5% of students at St. Charles 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
- 9 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 111
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Lee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.1%
- Phone
- (276) 383-4531
Resources & Links
District
Lee County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,971
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,131
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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