Serving 807 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Signal Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is lower 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 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Signal Hill Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Manassas, VA, covering an area of approximately 16.1 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The furthest point in the attendance zone is about 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Signal Hill Elementary School's student population of 807 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
807 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Signal Hill 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 Signal Hill Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#794 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Asian
12%
8%
Hispanic
34%
20%
Black
12%
21%
White
34%
44%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Signal Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Signal Hill Elementary School is ranked #794 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Signal Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Signal Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manassas Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Signal Hill Elementary School?
807 students attend Signal Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Signal Hill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Signal Hill Elementary School?
Signal Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Signal Hill Elementary School offer ?
Signal Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Signal Hill Elementary School part of?
Signal Hill Elementary School is part of Prince William County School District.
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