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.
386
Total Students
36.2
Full-Time Teachers
10.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
85.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lee M. Waid Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White206
Hispanic52
Black59
Asian3
Two or More66
  • White
    206 (53.4%)
  • Two or More
    66 (17.1%)
  • Black
    59 (15.3%)
  • Hispanic
    52 (13.5%)
  • Asian
    3 (0.8%)
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://lwaid.frco.k12.va.us
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 386
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 36.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 330
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 48
Kindergarten 54
Grade 1 46
Grade 2 68
Grade 3 63
Grade 4 49
Grade 5 58

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Lee M. Waid Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten48
Kindergarten54
Grade 146
Grade 268
Grade 363
Grade 449
Grade 558
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Lee M. Waid Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female16242%
Male22458%