Serving 572 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mechanicsville 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 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mechanicsville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Mechanicsville Elementary School's student population of 572 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 73% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
572 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are caring Cardinals. We are here to learn, teach, and succeed together.
School Rankings
Mechanicsville 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 Mechanicsville Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#689 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
16%
21%
White
56%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Hanover County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinals
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mechanicsville Elementary School's ranking?
Mechanicsville Elementary School is ranked #689 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Mechanicsville Elementary School often compared to?
Mechanicsville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurel Meadow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Mechanicsville Elementary School?
572 students attend Mechanicsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Mechanicsville Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mechanicsville Elementary School?
Mechanicsville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mechanicsville Elementary School offer ?
Mechanicsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mechanicsville Elementary School part of?
Mechanicsville Elementary School is part of Hanover County School District.
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