Serving 948 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Covington-harper Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 948 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Covington-harper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Covington-harper Elementary School's student population of 948 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
948 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Covington-harper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Covington-harper Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#668 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)63%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
8%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
44%
22%
White
18%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Covington-harper Elementary School's ranking?
Covington-harper Elementary School is ranked #668 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Covington-harper Elementary School?
948 students attend Covington-harper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Covington-harper Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Covington-harper Elementary School?
Covington-harper Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Covington-harper Elementary School offer ?
Covington-harper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Covington-harper Elementary School part of?
Covington-harper Elementary School is part of Prince William County School District.
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