Matoaka Elementary

Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools

4001 Brick Bat Road
Williamsburg, VA 23188

595 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Matoaka Elementary School, located in Williamsburg, Virginia, is a vibrant part of the Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools district. Serving a diverse student population, the school is deeply committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where academic excellence is balanced with social-emotional growth. The school prides itself on a collaborative culture that brings together students, dedicated educators, and active families to create a community-focused educational experience.

Academically, Matoaka emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that integrates traditional core subjects with enrichment opportunities designed to spark curiosity and critical thinking. The school is known for its forward-thinking approach to instruction, utilizing modern technology and creative teaching strategies to prepare students for future success. By maintaining a strong focus on character development and community engagement, Matoaka Elementary strives to nurture not only high-achieving learners but also responsible, compassionate citizens.

595

Total Students

40.5

Full-Time Teachers

14.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

23.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Matoaka Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	390
Hispanic	61
Black	83
Asian	22
Two or More	39

White
390 (65.5%)
Black
83 (13.9%)
Hispanic
61 (10.3%)
Two or More
39 (6.6%)
Asian
22 (3.7%)

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:	Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools
Phone:	(757)564-4001
Website:	http://wjccschools.org/mes/
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	595
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	40.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	129
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	11

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 82

Grade 1 95

Grade 2 96

Grade 3 105

Grade 4 95

Grade 5 122