Serving 473 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harrowgate 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 55% (which is lower 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 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrowgate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Harrowgate Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harrowgate 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 Harrowgate Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1327 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
50%
22%
White
27%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
13%
6%
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 Harrowgate Elementary School's ranking?
Harrowgate Elementary School is ranked #1327 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Harrowgate Elementary School often compared to?
Harrowgate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C.c. Wells Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% 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 Harrowgate Elementary School?
473 students attend Harrowgate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Harrowgate Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrowgate Elementary School?
Harrowgate Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harrowgate Elementary School offer ?
Harrowgate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harrowgate Elementary School part of?
Harrowgate Elementary School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
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