Excellent
#200 of 1,850 schools in VA
Top 11% 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
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
111
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia elementary schools
#101 of 1,147
In district
#2 of 10
Lee County Public Schools
Equity
8.8 / 10
Exceptional
About St. Charles Elementary
St. Charles Elementary is a public elementary school in St. Charles, VA, part of the Lee County Public Schools.
The school serves approximately 111 students in grades Pre-K – 4th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.1:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 89.2th percentile among VA schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 75% proficiency in math, 1 points above the state average and 79% in reading/language arts, 7 points above the state average.
The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.8/10). The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 111 students, St. Charles Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, St. Charles Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
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: 73%).
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 10 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: 8.2/10.
How St. Charles Elementary Compares
See how St. Charles Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 95% (2019) to 78% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 74.5% (2019) to 86% (2025).
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. Evarts Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Evarts), a more accessible option. Another option is Duffield-Pattonsville Primary (rated 6.7/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Duffield), a more accessible option. Additionally, Cumberland Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Cumberland), a more accessible option. 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 | 6.8 |
| Lee High Jonesville | 5.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Elk Knob Elementary Pennington Gap | 6.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Dryden Elementary Dryden | 6.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Black Mountain Elementary School Evarts | 7.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Jonesville Middle Jonesville | 9.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Evarts Elementary School Evarts | 8.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Cawood Elementary School Cawood | 9.6 mi | 4.3 |
| HARLAN COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Totz | 10.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Cumberland Elementary School Cumberland | 12.4 mi | 6.6 |
| POWELL VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dryden | 11.5 mi | — |
| Harlan County High School Baxter | 13.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Flatwoods Elementary Jonesville | 14.4 mi | 6.2 |
| 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 | 5.2 |
| Sunshine School Harlan | 14.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Harlan Elementary School Harlan | 14.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Harlan High School Harlan | 14.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Duffield-Pattonsville Primary Duffield | 15.5 mi | 6.7 |
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
Community Profile
It is a community where 0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 60.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fairview Elementary Galax, VA | 8.2 |
| PINECREST SCHOOL Annandale, VA | 8.2 |
| STRELITZ INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Virginia Beach, VA | 8.2 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI Aldie, VA | 8.3 |
| Gladesboro Elementary Hillsville, VA | 8.3 |
| Sugar Grove Elementary Sugar Grove, VA | 8.3 |
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 is ranked #200 out of 1,850 schools in VA.
What is St. Charles Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
St. Charles Elementary has a composite rating of 8.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at St. Charles Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, St. Charles Elementary has 74.7% math proficiency and 79.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- County Safety
- Elevated (1,107/100K)
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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
- Phone
- (276) 383-4531
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Lee County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,971
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,131
- District Rank
- #2 of 10
Other Schools in This District
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