Albert Harris Elementary School

710 Smith Road
Martinsville, VA 24112
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 402 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Albert Harris Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 402 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Albert Harris Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

Albert Harris Elementary School's student population of 402 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers

School Rankings

Albert Harris Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albert Harris Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1701 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(20-21)
20-24%
54%
(20-21)
30-34%
69%
(20-21)
10-14%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
62%
22%
White
12%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.57
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Albert Harris Elementary School's ranking?
Albert Harris Elementary School is ranked #1701 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Albert Harris Elementary School often compared to?
Albert Harris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patrick Henry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Albert Harris Elementary School?
402 students attend Albert Harris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Albert Harris Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albert Harris Elementary School?
Albert Harris Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Albert Harris Elementary School offer ?
Albert Harris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Albert Harris Elementary School part of?
Albert Harris Elementary School is part of Martinsville City School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 402 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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