Serving 399 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 50-54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Albert Harris Elementary serves the northwest part of Martinsville, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Most students live within a 1.4-mile radius of the school, with the furthest distance being around 2.4 miles, making for a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Albert Harris Elementary School's student population of 399 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
399 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Rankings
Albert Harris Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albert Harris Elementary School is 0.61, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1624 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
23%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
57%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
14%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albert Harris Elementary School's ranking?
Albert Harris Elementary School is ranked #1624 out of 1,773 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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?
399 students attend Albert Harris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Albert Harris Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 6% 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 11:1, 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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