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Paul Munro Elementary School

4641 LOCKSVIEW RD, LYNCHBURG, VA 24503

Top 10% School in Virginia

Ranked 52 of 232 in Virginia

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About Paul Munro Elementary School

Situated in the center of Lynchburg, Virginia, Paul Munro Elementary is known for having a solid academic foundation and a supportive learning environment. National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence in 2019, it is among Virginia’s high-performing schools with 82% reading and 72 % math score achievement. Children meet or exceed grade-level standards a majority of the time with supplemental programs such as Wilson Phonics and Fountas & Pinnell reading. Lynchburg is an economical place to live with an average monthly rent of $1,001 and an average home price of $436,692. Combined with caring teaching staff, involved parents, and driven students, Paul Munro is one of the best elementary schools in Virginia for families seeking an excellent education.

Paul Munro Elementary School Contact Information

Address

4641 LOCKSVIEW RD, LYNCHBURG, VA 24503

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Phone

(434) 515-5260

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 82%
Reading 82%
State average proficiency is 82% in Math and 82% in Reading.
27
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
344
Total Students
$50202
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 52 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Paul Munro Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:40 AM – 3:40 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:25 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 53.4%
Asian 1.9%
Hispanic 5.1%
Black 28.2%
Two+ Races 11.1%
Native Am. 1%
White
53.4%
Asian
1.9%
Hispanic
5.1%
Black
28.2%
Two+ Races
11.1%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 344
52.6%
181 Female
47.4%
163 Male

Student Population

344 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

343 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Paul Munro Elementary took part in the 2025 Distinguished Graduates Dinner and is still involved in October districtwide activities at Lynchburg City Schools.

FAQ

Q1. Does Paul Munro Elementary School offer after-school clubs?

Ans. Yes, students can engage in enjoyable after-school clubs that include art, reading, and sports.

Q2. How does Paul Munro Elementary School keep families informed?

Ans. Families receive newsletters, emails, and app notifications to stay connected with the school.

Q3. Does Paul Munro Elementary School use any special reading programs?

Ans. Yes, the school utilizes Wilson Phonics and uses Fountas & Pinnell to cultivate strong reading abilities.

Q4. Are field trips part of the learning experience at Paul Munro Elementary School?

Ans. Yes, students participate in local educational trips that are an extension of the classroom experience to real life.

Q5. How can parents volunteer at Paul Munro Elementary School?

Ans. Parents can join the PTA to sign up for help in the classroom, reading programs, or school events.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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