Lee M. Waid Elementary
412 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Lee M. Waid Elementary School, located in Rocky Mount, Virginia, serves as a cornerstone of the Franklin County Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for students in the primary grades, emphasizing a curriculum that balances core academic subjects—such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies—with social-emotional development. By focusing on foundational skills and character building, the school strives to prepare its young learners for success in their future educational endeavors.
Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Lee M. Waid Elementary is committed to building a strong sense of community by encouraging parent involvement and fostering partnerships between families and educators. The school utilizes the resources of the broader Franklin County school system to provide a well-rounded experience, often incorporating technology and collaborative activities to meet the diverse needs of its student body. For parents and community members seeking more specific information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or current news, the district's official website serves as the primary hub for updates and resources.
Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Lee M. Waid Elementary is committed to building a strong sense of community by encouraging parent involvement and fostering partnerships between families and educators. The school utilizes the resources of the broader Franklin County school system to provide a well-rounded experience, often incorporating technology and collaborative activities to meet the diverse needs of its student body. For parents and community members seeking more specific information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or current news, the district's official website serves as the primary hub for updates and resources.
412
Total Students
32.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
80.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 225 |
| Hispanic | 51 |
| Black | 77 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 55 |
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White225 (54.6 %)
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Black77 (18.7 %)
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Two or More55 (13.3 %)
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Hispanic51 (12.4 %)
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Asian4 (1.0 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Franklin County Public Schools |
| Phone: | (540)483-5736 |
| Website: | http://www.frco.k12.va.us |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 412 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 32.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 330 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
56
Kindergarten
67
Grade 1
63
Grade 2
53
Grade 3
55
Grade 4
62
Grade 5
56
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 56 |
| Kindergarten | 67 |
| Grade 1 | 63 |
| Grade 2 | 53 |
| Grade 3 | 55 |
| Grade 4 | 62 |
| Grade 5 | 56 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 199 | 48.3% |
| Male | 213 | 51.7% |
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