Serving 226 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Joseph Sibilly Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virgin Islands for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is lower than the Virgin Islands state average of 89%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Virgin Islands state average of 75%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Virgin Islands state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virgin Islands state average of 99% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VI
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph Sibilly Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virgin Islands for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Joseph Sibilly Elementary School's student population of 226 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Joseph Sibilly Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 25 schools in Virgin Islands (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph Sibilly Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.37. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#24 out of 25 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75-79%
89%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55-59%
75%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Black
86%
77%
White
5%
1%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
99%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph Sibilly Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph Sibilly Elementary School is ranked #24 out of 25 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virgin Islands.
What schools are Joseph Sibilly Elementary School often compared to?
Joseph Sibilly Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph Gomez Elementary School, Lockhart Elementary School, Jane E. Tuitt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 89% VI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% VI state average).
How many students attend Joseph Sibilly Elementary School?
226 students attend Joseph Sibilly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Joseph Sibilly Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph Sibilly Elementary School?
Joseph Sibilly Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Virgin Islands state average of 12:1.
What grades does Joseph Sibilly Elementary School offer ?
Joseph Sibilly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Joseph Sibilly Elementary School part of?
Joseph Sibilly Elementary School is part of Saint Thomas - Saint John School District.
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