Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cold Harbor 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 69% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cold Harbor Elementary serves the southeast part of Mechanicsville, VA, covering an area of approximately 26.3 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 10-12 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of its attendance zone is 3.8 miles, extending up to 6.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cold Harbor Elementary School's student population of 495 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
495 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1983
School Calendar
School Motto
I am responsible, respectful, and motivated to make good choices. I am proud to be a Cold Harbor Cougar.
School Rankings
Cold Harbor 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 Cold Harbor Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#1084 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
7%
21%
White
73%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cold Harbor Elementary School's ranking?
Cold Harbor Elementary School is ranked #1084 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Cold Harbor Elementary School?
495 students attend Cold Harbor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Cold Harbor Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cold Harbor Elementary School?
Cold Harbor Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cold Harbor Elementary School offer ?
Cold Harbor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cold Harbor Elementary School part of?
Cold Harbor Elementary School is part of Hanover County School District.
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