Serving 736 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Laurel Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 74% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Laurel Hill Elementary School's student population of 736 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
736 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
School Motto
We love the journey of life-long learning.
School Mascot
Lion
School Rankings
Laurel Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Hill Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#257 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
8%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
30%
22%
White
26%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurel Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Laurel Hill Elementary School is ranked #257 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Laurel Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Laurel Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lorton Station Elementary School, Gunston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Laurel Hill Elementary School?
736 students attend Laurel Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Laurel Hill Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurel Hill Elementary School?
Laurel Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laurel Hill Elementary School offer ?
Laurel Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Laurel Hill Elementary School part of?
Laurel Hill Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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