Serving 649 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Hardy 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 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hardy Elementary serves the northern part of Smithfield, VA, covering an attendance area of approximately 97.4 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 13.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hardy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Hardy Elementary School's student population of 649 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
649 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hardy Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hardy Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#789 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
28%
21%
White
52%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hardy Elementary School's ranking?
Hardy Elementary School is ranked #789 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Hardy Elementary School often compared to?
Hardy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carrollton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Hardy Elementary School?
649 students attend Hardy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Hardy Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hardy Elementary School?
Hardy Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hardy Elementary School offer ?
Hardy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Hardy Elementary School part of?
Hardy Elementary School is part of Isle Of Wight County School District.
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