Hanover County Public Schools


Summary:

The Hanover County Public Schools district in Virginia consists of 23 schools, including 15 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 4 high schools. The district is highly ranked, coming in at 21 out of 130 school districts in the state and earning a 4 out of 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Several schools stand out in the district, including Atlee High School, which is ranked 17th out of 329 high schools in Virginia and boasts consistently high test scores and a low free/reduced lunch rate. The middle schools Chickahominy and Oak Knoll also rank in the top 20 middle schools in the state, with exceptional math and reading proficiency. At the elementary level, Pearson's Corner Elementary stands out, ranking 36th out of 1,114 elementary schools in Virginia and maintaining high proficiency rates across all subjects.

While the district as a whole performs well, there is significant variation in the academic achievement of individual schools. The data suggests a correlation between a school's socioeconomic status, as measured by free/reduced lunch rates, and its academic performance. Schools with higher percentages of economically disadvantaged students tend to have lower test scores and rankings. This raises questions about equity and access to quality education within the district, which warrants further investigation. Overall, the Hanover County Public Schools district demonstrates strong academic performance, with several standout schools leading the way.

District Detail

 200 Berkley St
Ashland, VA 23005-1399

 (804) 365-4500

SchoolDigger Rank:
21st of 130 Virginia districts

See the 2024 Virginia District rankings!
Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students:

Primary Schools: 15
Middle Schools: 4
High Schools: 4
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Virginia Department of Education.

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