Pearson's Corner Elementary School

8290 New Ashcake Road
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pearson's Corner Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 571 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 5% in VA
  • : 92% (Top 5%)
  • : 88% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • : Pearson's Corner Elementary serves the southeast part of Mechanicsville, VA, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Pearson's Corner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Pearson's Corner Elementary School's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
571 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
1963
School Motto
Today, I will do my best to be my best. I will be safe, responsible, and respectful! I am prepared, compassionate, and energized for success. I have PAW POWER!

School Rankings

Pearson's Corner Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearson's Corner Elementary School is 0.41, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#46 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

92%
68%

Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

(20-21)
88%
69%

Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

(20-21)
70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
8%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
4%
20%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

Black
6%
21%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

White
76%
44%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
6%
7%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
24%
0.41

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
4.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
57%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Panther Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pearson's Corner Elementary School's ranking?
Pearson's Corner Elementary School is ranked #46 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Pearson's Corner Elementary School often compared to?
Pearson's Corner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rural Point Elementary School, Kersey Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Pearson's Corner Elementary School?
571 students attend Pearson's Corner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Pearson's Corner Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pearson's Corner Elementary School?
Pearson's Corner Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pearson's Corner Elementary School offer ?
Pearson's Corner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pearson's Corner Elementary School part of?
Pearson's Corner Elementary School is part of Hanover County School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 571 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 92% (Top 5%)
  • : 88% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • : Pearson's Corner Elementary serves the southeast part of Mechanicsville, VA, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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