What grades does Rural Retreat Elementary serve?

Rural Retreat Elementary is a Primary school serving students in Rural Retreat, VA. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is Rural Retreat Elementary located?

Rural Retreat Elementary is located at Rural Retreat, VA in a rural area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rural Retreat Elementary?

Rural Retreat Elementary has a student-teacher ratio of 13.9:1.

What schools are in Rural Retreat, VA?

Rural Retreat, VA is served by the local school district. Rural Retreat Elementary is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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Rural Retreat Elementary — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Rural Retreat, Virginia|Wythe County Public Schools

Rural Retreat, VA 24368

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Thu

Student Early Dismissal half_dayDistrict-wide

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Nov

Wed

Thanksgiving Break - No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Fri

12 p.m. Student Dismissalhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Dec

Mon

Winter Break - Schools ClosedBreakDistrict-wide

Jan

Mon

Teacher Workday - Schools ClosedStaff DayDistrict-wide

Feb

Wed

12 p.m. Student Dismissal for Teacher PDStaff DayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

361

Student:Teacher

13.9:1

Locale

Rural

District

Wythe County Public Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

77.3%

Phone

(276)686-4125

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

80-84%

Math Proficiency

70-74%

Chronic Absenteeism

8.0%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

8 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.6:1

Near average in VA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

361

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

27.83

96% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,467

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,159

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$16,772

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 11%State 53%Local 37%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

24.3%

Below 150% poverty line

5.0%

Unemployment rate

6.0%

Uninsured residents

9.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

646

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

579

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Other Health Impairment

195 (34%)

Specific Learning Disability

123 (21%)

Autism

70 (12%)

Speech/Language Impairment

65 (11%)

Intellectual Disability

61 (11%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

350

Current enrollment

Stable(-4% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Oct 22, 2026

Student Early Dismissal

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half_day

Wed, Nov 25, 2026

Thanksgiving Break - No School

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Break

Fri, Dec 18, 2026

12 p.m. Student Dismissal

half_day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Wythe County Public Schools. Rural Retreat Elementary follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Sat, Sep 5, 2026	Senior BreakfastDistrict-wide Time TBD Review the event notice for time, location and registration details.	Break	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - Schools Closed District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 14, 2026	Learner's Permit TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	Student dismissal & 1/2 Teacher WD District-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	Student Early Dismissal District-wide Review the school calendar for dismissal time and procedures.	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the complete break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	12 p.m. Student DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break - Schools ClosedDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Teacher Workday - Schools ClosedDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Feb 24, 2027	12 p.m. Student Dismissal for Teacher PDDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	12 p.m. Student DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Spring Break - Schools ClosedDistrict-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day - No School for TeachersDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Jun 1, 2027	Teacher End of Year WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—