Serving 571 students in grades Kindergarten-5, G.l.h. Johnson 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 36% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: G.L.H. Johnson Elementary serves the northeast part of Danville, VA, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
G.l.h. Johnson Elementary School's student population of 571 students has grown by 85% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
571 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
G.l.h. Johnson 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 G.l.h. Johnson Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#1753 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
69%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
84%
21%
White
8%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is G.l.h. Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
G.l.h. Johnson Elementary School is ranked #1753 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend G.l.h. Johnson Elementary School?
571 students attend G.l.h. Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of G.l.h. Johnson Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of G.l.h. Johnson Elementary School?
G.l.h. Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does G.l.h. Johnson Elementary School offer ?
G.l.h. Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is G.l.h. Johnson Elementary School part of?
G.l.h. Johnson Elementary School is part of Danville City School District.
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