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Elmont Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 420 students

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5 stars

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2010:
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Posted January 30, 2013

I think this is a wonerful school. I agree with previous comment about a family environment. My child is very happy at Elmont. I feel the quality if education is top notch.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 7, 2011

I moved here from NJ in Oct. 2010. When I first looked at this school greatschools.org it was rated a 6 and now in Jan. 2011 I see it is a 7. I can truly say I was welcomed the minute I came to the school. Getting up very early for the bus was different. My son's teacher recognized right away that he was struggling in reading. She did have a different style of teaching but I have learned from her that she is only getting the children ready for third grade. I would highly recommend this school. Thanks again Elmont.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 7, 2010

My children went through this school a few years ago and I can not say enough about the teachers and the administration! Never was one of our issues not dealt with quickly and concisely. My children are almost in high school and I love helping out whenever they need me at Elmont!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 13, 2010

I can not think of enough wonderful things to say about this school. Just as another reviewer wrote, Elmont is like a close family and they really make you feel welcome. Not only are the staff members attentive, organized, informative, not to mention oh so nice, but they also have a VERY active PTA made up of wonderful people who welcome you and encourage you to participate. This school is small so perhaps it is easier to know the kids and family members by name, but it makes you feel warm nonetheless. This is one of the more diverse elementary schools in Hanover, and I have found this to be an asset. Not sure why GreatSchools rates Elmont a 6; if I could I'd give it a 10!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 1, 2010

Elmont has excellent teachers. They are close like a family. The principal greets the kids and learns their names. Family is welcome for lunch or to visit the classroom. Class size is small (max.19). Security is good. The school is tucked into cozy grove of trees. It's a little happy world with lots smiles. Even grandparents are recognized by name and encouraged to participate. They have great projects like the garden that gets new additions annually. The sets for their shows are creative and beautiful. I never worry about the kids at school. I know it is a second home.


Posted January 7, 2010

We absolutely love this school. This is our first year here and after coming from a snotty school in the west end, it has been a welcomed change for us. The staff and administration are so good at keeping us informed and being helpful. The teacher are phenomenal. Thanks for all you've done Elmont!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 19, 2009

This school is the greatest my son went in to elmont not able to talk and now is talking up a storm! I rate this scool EXCELLENT for that and it is a small scool so they know you it feels like a big family
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 26, 2008

my child had an excellent time. going here. i and she loved all of the teachers!!! and especially the principle, Mr. Hardy,and the Assistant principle, Ms. Pitts. :)
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 22, 2006

We really loved this school. We had 3 kids here last year(2 in K, 1 in 1st) and it was awesome, we were so sad to leave. The kids loved their techers and they did great. We will miss Elmont!
—Submitted by Jenn, a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 86% in 2012.

64 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
91%

2008

 
 
90%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 87% in 2012.

63 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
97%

2008

 
 
97%
Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

62 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
98%
Science

The state average for Science was 90% in 2012.

65 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
93%

2008

 
 
97%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 88% in 2012.

81 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
84%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 84% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 70% in 2012.

80 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
87%

2008

 
 
91%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 89% in 2012.

60 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
91%

2008

 
 
96%
English: Writing

The state average for English: Writing was 87% in 2012.

62 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
74%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
84%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 89% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 67% in 2012.

60 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
93%

2008

 
 
96%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2012.

60 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
91%

2008

 
 
95%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

All Students83%
Female students97%
Male students71%
Black students90%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students80%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged55%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Students with disabilities58%
Students without disabilities88%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English83%
Not migrant83%

History and Social Science

All Students84%
Female students93%
Male students76%
Black students90%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students82%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged79%
Not economically disadvantaged86%
Students with disabilities45%
Students without disabilities92%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English84%
Not migrant84%

Math

All Students71%
Female students79%
Male students64%
Black students60%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students73%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged47%
Not economically disadvantaged81%
Students with disabilities20%
Students without disabilities81%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English71%
Not migrant71%

Science

All Students94%
Female students97%
Male students92%
Black students100%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students91%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Students with disabilities77%
Students without disabilities98%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English94%
Not migrant94%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

All Students90%
Female students97%
Male students86%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students91%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged75%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Students with disabilities60%
Students without disabilities94%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English90%
Not migrant90%

History and Social Science

All Studentsn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Not migrantn/a

Math

All Students83%
Female students84%
Male students82%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students91%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged70%
Not economically disadvantaged88%
Students with disabilities50%
Students without disabilities87%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English82%
Not migrant83%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

All Students88%
Female students88%
Male students89%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students91%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged75%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities94%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English88%
Not migrant88%

English: Writing

All Students77%
Female students73%
Male students81%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian studentsn/a
White students86%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged43%
Not economically disadvantaged88%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities84%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English77%
Not migrant77%

History and Social Science

All Studentsn/a
Male studentsn/a
Students identified as economically disadvantagedn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Not migrantn/a

Math

All Students70%
Female students54%
Male students81%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students70%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged58%
Not economically disadvantaged73%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities72%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English69%
Not migrant70%

Science

All Students87%
Female students75%
Male students94%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students86%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged75%
Not economically disadvantaged90%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities91%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English86%
Not migrant87%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".
  • In 2007-2008, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".

About the tests


Virginia school accreditation ratings reflect student achievement on Standards of Learning (SOL) tests and other assessments in English, history/social science, math and science. The 2009-2010 ratings are based on passing rates on tests taken during the 2008-2009 school year or on overall achievement during the three most recent years. Schools are identified as either Fully Accredited, Accredited with Warning, Conditionally Accredited or Accreditation Denied.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 80% 57%
Black 13% 26%
Hispanic 4% 9%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 6%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 28%N/A33%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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12007 Cedar Lane
Ashland, VA 23005
Phone: (804) 365-8100

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