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Laurel Hill Elementary

Summary:

Laurel Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in Lorton, Virginia, serving 734 students in grades PK-6. As part of the Fairfax County Public Schools district, Laurel Hill consistently ranks among the top 25% of Virginia elementary schools, with a statewide ranking between 133-248 out of over 1,100 schools in recent years.

Laurel Hill's students perform significantly better than the Fairfax County and Virginia state averages on SOL assessments in mathematics, science, and English reading across all grade levels. The school also excels in supporting the academic achievement of diverse student subgroups, including African American, Hispanic, and English Language Learner (ELL) students. For example, Laurel Hill's African American and Hispanic students ranked 40th and 30th, respectively, out of over 500 Virginia elementary schools in mathematics, both earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's ELL students also performed exceptionally well, ranking 16th out of 306 Virginia elementary schools in mathematics, with a 5-star rating.

Compared to nearby schools, Laurel Hill Elementary outperforms many of its neighbors, including Hunt Valley Elementary and Sangster Elementary, which have higher overall rankings and test scores. However, Lorton Station Elementary lags behind Laurel Hill and the other nearby schools in academic performance. Laurel Hill's steady improvement over time, diverse student population, and strong performance relative to its peers make it a standout educational institution in the Fairfax County Public Schools district.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-6

 8390 Laurel Crest Dr.
       Lorton, VA  22079

(703) 551-5300

District: Fairfax County Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
173rd of 1,114 Virginia Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $9,616 Help


Students who attend Laurel Hill Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    South County Middle
High:    South County High

Student/teacher ratio:  15.9 Help
Number of students:  734

Racial breakdown:

African American:
31.2%
White:
24.9%
Asian:
24.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  24.8% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Laurel Hill Elementary ranks better than 84.5% of elementary schools in Virginia. It also ranks 40th among 137 ranked elementary schools in the Fairfax County Public Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 81.9. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Laurel Hill Elementary has the largest elementary school student body size in the Fairfax County Public Schools District.  (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Laurel Hill Elementary is $9,616. 119 elementary schools in the Fairfax County Public Schools District spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Laurel Hill Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Laurel Hill Elementary 173rd of 1114 Virginia public elementary schools. (See Laurel Hill Elementary in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Fairfax County Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Fairfax County Public Schools 41st of 130 Virginia school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Laurel Hill Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Laurel Hill Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2010 47.77 692nd 1113 37.8%
2011 57.77 492nd 1117 56.0%
2012 51.07 609th 1117 45.5%
2013 53.87 549th 1120 51.0%
2014 65.17 359th 1110 67.7%
2015 57.80 521st 1100 52.6%
2016 52.58 582nd 1096 46.9%
2017 54.53 555th 1099 49.5%
2018 51.51 602nd 1097 45.1%
2019 64.24 429th 1105 61.2%
2021 77.16 248th 1103 77.5%
2022 79.85 210th 1109 81.1%
2023 84.24 133rd 1114 88.1%
2024 81.90 173rd 1114 84.5%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Laurel Hill Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 86.76 26th 300 91.3%
2024 88.58 16th 306 94.8%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Laurel Hill Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 77.72 156th 1036 84.9%
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Rank History for Female students at Laurel Hill Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 86.67 76th 1100 93.1%
2024 79.73 189th 1098 82.8%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Laurel Hill Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 63.89 110th 324 66.0%
2024 66.76 111th 355 68.7%
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Rank History for Military Connected students at Laurel Hill Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 57.78 90th 182 50.5%
2024 52.99 110th 195 43.6%
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Rank History for Male students at Laurel Hill Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 79.34 195th 1093 82.2%
2024 81.36 169th 1101 84.7%
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Rank History for Asian students at Laurel Hill Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 59.25 99th 230 57.0%
2024 57.09 121st 238 49.2%
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Rank History for African American students at Laurel Hill Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 93.00 17th 579 97.1%
2024 87.27 40th 588 93.2%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Laurel Hill Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 86.17 44th 564 92.2%
2024 89.97 30th 580 94.8%
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Rank History for White students at Laurel Hill Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 61.17 397th 984 59.7%
2024 62.40 387th 979 60.5%
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Data source: test scores: Virginia Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Virginia Department of Education

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by a parent
Friday, May 25, 2018

Open Quote Laurel Hill is a great elementary school, our daughter has been very happy here and has developed a love for learning at this school. They are teaching her valuable skills that will serve her well during her life, and she is a happy student. I truly believe that is the key to success for all children, to be happy and to develop a love of learning. Close Quote


by a parent
Thursday, April 19, 2018

Open Quote The school has too many students that are disruptive in class and waste the time of the teachers and principals. Students that should be removed to a "special" class for trouble makers are not. Control of students is inadequate. Close Quote


by a parent
Wednesday, October 19, 2016

Open Quote I'm not a supporter of the new no homework policy. Homework allowed me to be more involved in what my children were learning in class, and helped me reinforce what was already taught. I no longer have that opportunity. My children's grades reflect how damaging this new rule can be. They performed much better with homework. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Laurel Hill Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2010 224 203 246 46 3 n/a n/a 80 802
2011 240 190 279 67 3 1 53 0 833
2012 230 201 298 76 1 2 60 0 868
2013 236 210 299 98 0 2 52 0 897
2014 252 248 288 87 2 0 58 0 935
2015 230 238 289 93 2 0 59 0 911
2016 234 258 270 95 2 1 61 0 921
2017 246 257 264 100 3 1 58 0 929
2018 246 265 248 94 2 1 58 0 914
2019 216 254 234 85 0 1 59 0 849
2020 202 251 203 85 0 1 64 0 806
2021 172 230 200 86 0 2 63 0 753
2022 184 223 173 77 0 3 56 0 716
2023 183 229 178 87 0 4 53 0 734

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Laurel Hill Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2010 802 26.5 30.2 22.3
2011 833 42.9 19.4 18.7
2012 868 53.4 16.2 17.7
2013 897 56.5 15.8 17.8
2014 935 60.0 15.5 18.3
2015 911 59.0 15.4 18.8
2016 921 56.0 16.4 16
2017 929 59.6 15.5 16.1
2018 914 52.5 17.4 18.3
2019 849 56.3 15.0 17.8
2020 806 53.3 15.1 16.3
2021 753 50.0 15.0 n/a
2022 716 46.2 15.4 18.3
2023 734 46.0 15.9 24.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Laurel Hill Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2010 802 26.5 30.2 22.3
2011 833 42.9 19.4 18.7
2012 868 53.4 16.2 17.7
2013 897 56.5 15.8 17.8
2014 935 60.0 15.5 18.3
2015 911 59.0 15.4 18.8
2016 921 56.0 16.4 16
2017 929 59.6 15.5 16.1
2018 914 52.5 17.4 18.3
2019 849 56.3 15.0 17.8
2020 806 53.3 15.1 16.3
2021 753 50.0 15.0 n/a
2022 716 46.2 15.4 18.3
2023 734 46.0 15.9 24.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Laurel Hill Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $126 (1.4%) $9,113 (98.6%) $9,239
2020 $146 (1.5%) $9,359 (98.5%) $9,506
2021 $179 (1.9%) $9,437 (98.1%) $9,616

Data source: Virginia Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Laurel Hill Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 429th of 1105 Elementary schoolsRanks 133rd of 1114 Elementary schools
 26.9%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (Laurel Hill Elementary)9085.8
 4.2%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Fairfax County Public Schools)8571.3
 13.7%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Virginia)8269.1
 12.9%
3rd Grade English Reading (Laurel Hill Elementary)7577.7
 2.7%
   3rd Grade English Reading (Fairfax County Public Schools)7269.6
 2.4%
   3rd Grade English Reading (Virginia)7166.1
 4.9%
4th Grade Mathematics (Laurel Hill Elementary)7995.5
 16.5%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Fairfax County Public Schools)8673.8
 12.2%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Virginia)8369.7
 13.3%
4th Grade English Reading (Laurel Hill Elementary)7587.3
 12.3%
   4th Grade English Reading (Fairfax County Public Schools)7776.3
 0.8%
   4th Grade English Reading (Virginia)7572.7
 2.3%
5th Grade Mathematics (Laurel Hill Elementary)8374
 9%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Fairfax County Public Schools)7763
 14%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Virginia)8167
 14%
5th Grade Science (Laurel Hill Elementary)9084.2
 5.8%
   5th Grade Science (Fairfax County Public Schools)8170.7
 10.3%
   5th Grade Science (Virginia)7966
 13%
5th Grade English Reading (Laurel Hill Elementary)8486.9
 2.9%
   5th Grade English Reading (Fairfax County Public Schools)8075.6
 4.4%
   5th Grade English Reading (Virginia)7871.4
 6.6%
6th Grade Mathematics (Laurel Hill Elementary)9286.5
 5.5%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Fairfax County Public Schools)8765.2
 21.8%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Virginia)7857.8
 20.2%
6th Grade English Reading (Laurel Hill Elementary)8787.2
 0.2%
   6th Grade English Reading (Fairfax County Public Schools)8378.5
 4.5%
   6th Grade English Reading (Virginia)7770.4
 6.6%
7th Grade Mathematics (Laurel Hill Elementary)98100
 2%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Fairfax County Public Schools)8669
 17%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Virginia)7855
 23%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students849734
 13.5%
African American254229
 9.8%
American Indian00
Asian234178
 23.9%
Hispanic8587
 2.4%
Pacific Islander14
 300%
White216183
 15.3%
Two or More Races5953
 10.2%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients17.8%24.8%
 7%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Laurel Hill Elementary

Students who attend Laurel Hill Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : South County Middle
High : South County High

In the 2022-23 school year, 734 students attended Laurel Hill Elementary.

Laurel Hill Elementary ranks 173rd of 1114 Virginia elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Students at Laurel Hill Elementary are 31% African American, 25% White, 24% Asian, 12% Hispanic, 7% Two or more races.


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