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Cashell Donahoe Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 524 students

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Posted September 19, 2006

This is my daughter's first year at Donahoe. (Although I went to Donahoe when I was a child)However, so far I have really been impressed with her teacher Mrs Karkosak. Also, the school seems to be very organized with the coordination of art, music and PE classes. When I went to orientation, I believe they told me that the PTA involvement was very strong, 90-95%. So I am excited about their plans for this school year.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 24, 2006

My daughter has been going to this school for 2 years now and she absolutely loves it! The teachers and the principal really care about the students and as a parent I really appreciate it. We need more administrators and teachers that care so much. Thanks!
—Submitted by Latasha Johnson, a parent


Posted February 18, 2005

We have attened this school for 4 years now. I am so pleased with the teachers,and principal. We have been provided a safe and great learning enviroment. The programs help all of the children grow and learn valuable life skills. Students are taught to believe in themselves,and to dream big. Only 'greatness' can come with the positive attitudes expressed daily. Thank You, for giving our child a wonderful start in life. Sincerly, A Grateful Parent.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 86% in 2012.

82 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
72%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
75%

2009

 
 
84%

2008

 
 
75%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 87% in 2012.

82 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
92%
Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

80 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
43%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
80%
Science

The state average for Science was 90% in 2012.

82 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
85%

2008

 
 
88%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 88% in 2012.

72 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
76%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
83%

2008

 
 
74%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 84% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 70% in 2012.

68 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
49%

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
80%

2008

 
 
61%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 89% in 2012.

86 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
76%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
69%
English: Writing

The state average for English: Writing was 87% in 2012.

87 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
84%

2008

 
 
73%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 89% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 67% in 2012.

84 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
67%

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
84%

2008

 
 
67%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2012.

85 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
86%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
80%

2008

 
 
61%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

All Students72%
Female students82%
Male students64%
Black students62%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students87%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged69%
Not economically disadvantaged79%
Students with disabilities28%
Students without disabilities84%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English71%
Not migrant72%

History and Social Science

All Students80%
Female students87%
Male students75%
Black students78%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students83%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged76%
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Students with disabilities44%
Students without disabilities91%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English80%
Not migrant80%

Math

All Students43%
Female students42%
Male students43%
Black students37%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students52%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged34%
Not economically disadvantaged59%
Students with disabilities17%
Students without disabilities50%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English42%
Not migrant43%

Science

All Students80%
Female students89%
Male students73%
Black students74%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students91%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged78%
Not economically disadvantaged86%
Students with disabilities50%
Students without disabilities89%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English80%
Not migrant80%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

All Students81%
Female students85%
Male students77%
Black students78%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students89%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged74%
Not economically disadvantaged88%
Students with disabilities80%
Students without disabilities81%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English81%
Not migrant81%

History and Social Science

All Studentsn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Not migrantn/a

Math

All Students49%
Female students53%
Male students44%
Black students43%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students59%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged42%
Not economically disadvantaged57%
Students with disabilities80%
Students without disabilities43%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English48%
Not migrant49%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

All Students91%
Female students95%
Male students86%
Black students88%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged86%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Students with disabilities75%
Students without disabilities94%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English91%
Not migrant91%

English: Writing

All Students79%
Female students81%
Male students77%
Black students80%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian studentsn/a
White students83%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged70%
Not economically disadvantaged88%
Students with disabilities50%
Students without disabilities86%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English80%
Not migrant79%

History and Social Science

All Studentsn/a
Male studentsn/a
Students identified as economically disadvantagedn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Not migrantn/a

Math

All Students67%
Female students64%
Male students69%
Black students66%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students65%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged68%
Not economically disadvantaged65%
Students with disabilities69%
Students without disabilities66%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English67%
Not migrant67%

Science

All Students86%
Female students83%
Male students88%
Black students84%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students88%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged83%
Not economically disadvantaged88%
Students with disabilities69%
Students without disabilities90%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English86%
Not migrant86%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".
  • In 2007-2008, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".

About the tests


Virginia school accreditation ratings reflect student achievement on Standards of Learning (SOL) tests and other assessments in English, history/social science, math and science. The 2009-2010 ratings are based on passing rates on tests taken during the 2008-2009 school year or on overall achievement during the three most recent years. Schools are identified as either Fully Accredited, Accredited with Warning, Conditionally Accredited or Accreditation Denied.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 66% 26%
White 27% 57%
Hispanic 6% 9%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander 0% 6%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 56%N/A33%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 19N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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1801 Graves Rd
Sandston, VA 23150
Phone: (804) 328-4035

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