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#825 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 45% in state

Yorktown Elementary

Elementary School · York County Public Schools

131 Siege Ln, Yorktown, VA 23692

Enrollment

598

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#825 of 1,851

In Yorktown

#12 of 12

public schools

In district

#18 of 19

York County Public Schools

Equity

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Yorktown Elementary

6.7/10

Elementary School in Yorktown · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.1/10

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7.9/10

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About Yorktown Elementary

Yorktown Elementary is a public elementary school in Yorktown, VA, part of York County Public Schools. Yorktown Elementary serves approximately 598 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Yorktown Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #825 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Yorktown Elementary show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • VA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency83% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+9.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency83% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)74% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment1.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,844
Chronic Absenteeism19.9%

Yorktown Elementary — Students at Yorktown Elementary score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 80.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
73.5% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 81.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
72.2% (2025 SOL)

Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
95%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
79%
ELA
83%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
81%
ELA
81%
2017
ELA
83%
2018
Math
88%
ELA
81%
2019
Math
88%
ELA
81%
2020*
Math
64%
ELA
74%
2021*
Math
64%
ELA
74%
2025
Math
82.8%
ELA
82.3%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Yorktown Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
56th percentile in VA
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

131 Siege Ln, Yorktown, VA 23692

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Yorktown Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Seaford Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Seaford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dare Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, General Stanford Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Ft. Eustis), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Yorktown, see our Yorktown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
York High Yorktown 0.5 mi 9.1
York River Academy Yorktown 0.5 mi 7.9
Yorktown Middle Yorktown 1.9 mi 7.3
Oliver C. Greenwood Elementary Newport News 2.0 mi 2.8
Woodside High Newport News 2.0 mi 7.2
GRACE EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Yorktownn 2.6 mi
Richneck Elementary Newport News 3.1 mi 3.6
DENBIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newport News 3.2 mi
Grafton Middle Yorktown 3.1 mi 7.7
Grafton High Yorktown 3.2 mi 8.6
George J. McIntosh Elementary Newport News 3.7 mi 2.5
Ella J. Fitzgerald Middle Newport News 3.5 mi 3.8
Dare Elementary Yorktown 3.6 mi 7.7
Seaford Elementary Seaford 3.4 mi 7.9
Denbigh Early Childhood Center Newport News 3.7 mi 3.4
Mary Passage Middle Newport News 4.1 mi 4.5
Katherine Johnson Elementary Newport News 3.6 mi 3.5
Grafton Bethel Elementary Grafton 4.5 mi 7.2
David A. Dutrow Elementary Newport News 4.7 mi 4.6
General Stanford Elementary Ft. Eustis 4.6 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23692 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,668

Median Home Value

$404,500

Median Rent

$1,862/mo

Population

19,208

College Educated

49.8%

Homeownership

77.6%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

43.8

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G.W. Carver Elementary Salem, VA 6.7
Laurel Lane Elementary Williamsburg, VA 6.7
Mountain View Elementary Haymarket, VA 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Yorktown Elementary

What grades does Yorktown Elementary serve?

Yorktown Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Yorktown Elementary?

Yorktown Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 598 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Yorktown Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Yorktown Elementary is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Yorktown Elementary rank in VA?

Yorktown Elementary ranks #825 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Yorktown Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Yorktown Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Yorktown Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Yorktown Elementary has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Yorktown Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Yorktown Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

58.2% of students at Yorktown 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
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.9%

District

York County Public Schools
District Enrollment
12,726
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,844
District Rank
#18 of 19

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