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Jeter-watson Elementary School

560 West Indian Valley Road
Covington, VA 24426
Jeter-watson Elementary School serves 502 students in grades Prekindergarten-5. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 502 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : 57% (Btm 50% in VA)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Jeter-watson Elementary School's student population of 502 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers

School Rankings

The diversity score of Jeter-watson Elementary School is 0.41, 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)
57%
68%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
10%
22%
White
76%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.41
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Jeter-watson Elementary School?
502 students attend Jeter-watson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Jeter-watson Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jeter-watson Elementary School?
Jeter-watson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jeter-watson Elementary School offer ?
Jeter-watson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jeter-watson Elementary School part of?
Jeter-watson Elementary School is part of Alleghany Highlands 51±¬ÁÏs.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 502 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : 57% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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