Serving 761 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Hill 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 83% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 761 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Hill Elementary School's student population of 761 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
761 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
South Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Hill Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#668 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)83%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
46%
22%
White
40%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
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 South Hill Elementary School's ranking?
South Hill Elementary School is ranked #668 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are South Hill Elementary School often compared to?
South Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lacrosse Elementary School, Clarksville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend South Hill Elementary School?
761 students attend South Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of South Hill Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Hill Elementary School?
South Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Hill Elementary School offer ?
South Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is South Hill Elementary School part of?
South Hill Elementary School is part of Mecklenburg County School District.
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