Serving 546 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Laurel Meadow Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel Meadow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Laurel Meadow Elementary School's student population of 546 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laurel Meadow Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Meadow Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#181 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
12%
22%
White
73%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurel Meadow Elementary School's ranking?
Laurel Meadow Elementary School is ranked #181 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Laurel Meadow Elementary School often compared to?
Laurel Meadow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pole Green Elementary School, Battlefield Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Laurel Meadow Elementary School?
546 students attend Laurel Meadow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Laurel Meadow Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurel Meadow Elementary School?
Laurel Meadow Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laurel Meadow Elementary School offer ?
Laurel Meadow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Laurel Meadow Elementary School part of?
Laurel Meadow Elementary School is part of Hanover Co PBLC Schs School District.
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