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William M. Bass Elementary School

1730 SEABURY AVE, LYNCHBURG, VA 24501

Top 10% School in Virginia

Ranked 97 of 232 in Virginia

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About William M. Bass Elementary School

William M. Bass Elementary School is located in Lynchburg, Virginia. It is known for its unique year-round academic calendar, as well as the positive relationships it develops with its families and the community. With a student-to-teacher ratio of approximately 11:1, the school is able to provide individual attention while also monitoring students' progress on a regular cycle for the 190+ students enrolled. The school offers an academic calendar that includes intersession periods, so students receive both enrichment and academic support, and the students have improved their scores from 42% reading and 22% proficiency. Families also appreciate the structure of the school environment, including school uniforms and a biometric safety system to protect students. Families who are interested in stability, with a rental cost of approximately $1,200 per month for homes in Lynchburg, are encouraged to apply for a seat; Bass has one of the top-performing elementary schools in Virginia.

William M. Bass Elementary School Contact Information

Address

1730 SEABURY AVE, LYNCHBURG, VA 24501

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Phone

(434) 515-5200

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 67%
Reading 42%
State average proficiency is 67% in Math and 42% in Reading.
18
Full-time Teachers
11 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
196
Total Students
$50202
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 97 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at William M. Bass 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
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
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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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:10 AM – 3:10 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:55 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 15.4%
Asian 0%
Hispanic 9.1%
Black 58.9%
Two+ Races 16.6%
Native Am. 0%
White
15.4%
Asian
0%
Hispanic
9.1%
Black
58.9%
Two+ Races
16.6%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 196
45.1%
88 Female
54.9%
108 Male

Student Population

196 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 11 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

181 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

William M. Bass Elementary is still affected by the April 2025 rezoning process, which continues to occur since its approval, and has continued the biometric ID pilot for the Elementary School Feminine's student meal program.

FAQ

Q1. Are breakfast or lunch offered at William M. Bass Elementary School?

Ans. Yes, the district meal plan provides healthy breakfast and lunch every school day.

Q2. How does William M. Bass Elementary School support reading?

Ans. The school partners with a company that provides book fairs and coordinates many events such as "Read Across America."

Q3. Are there any school-wide celebrations at William M. Bass Elementary?

Ans. Yes, we have spirit weeks, assemblies, and holiday celebrations.

Q4. How do students at William M. Bass Elementary School exhibit positive behavior?

Ans. Students are recognized and rewarded through behavior recognition programs and shout-outs.

Q5. Does William M. Bass Elementary School utilize technology for instruction?

Ans. Yes, students have available iPads and other online tools to support instructional learning in the classroom.

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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