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Gainesboro Elementary School

4651 N Frederick Pike
Winchester, VA 22603
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 489 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gainesboro Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 489 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 50% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Gainesboro Elementary School's student population of 489 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
489 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Gainesboro Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gainesboro Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1537 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
50%
68%
(20-21)
50-54%
69%
(20-21)
30-34%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
3%
22%
White
87%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.24
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gainesboro Elementary School's ranking?
Gainesboro Elementary School is ranked #1537 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Gainesboro Elementary School often compared to?
Gainesboro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garland R. Quarles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Gainesboro Elementary School?
489 students attend Gainesboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Gainesboro Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gainesboro Elementary School?
Gainesboro Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gainesboro Elementary School offer ?
Gainesboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Gainesboro Elementary School part of?
Gainesboro Elementary School is part of Frederick County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 489 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 50% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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