Hugh Mercer Elementary School serves 859 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 859 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hugh Mercer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hugh Mercer Elementary School's student population of 859 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
859 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hugh Mercer Elementary School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
68%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
15%
8%
Hispanic
26%
20%
Black
30%
21%
White
21%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hugh Mercer Elementary School often compared to?
Hugh Mercer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Monroe High School, Walker-grant Middle School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Hugh Mercer Elementary School?
859 students attend Hugh Mercer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Hugh Mercer Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hugh Mercer Elementary School?
Hugh Mercer Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hugh Mercer Elementary School offer ?
Hugh Mercer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hugh Mercer Elementary School part of?
Hugh Mercer Elementary School is part of Fredericksburg City School District.
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