Hardy Elementary School

9389 Old Stage Hwy
Smithfield, VA 23430
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6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 632 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Hardy Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (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 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 632 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 50% in VA
  • : 76% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Hardy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Hardy Elementary School's student population of 632 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Primarily virtual)
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Total Students
632 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
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School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026

School Rankings

Hardy 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 Hardy Elementary School is 0.62, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#789 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
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76%
68%
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(20-21)
65-69%
69%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
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Hispanic
7%
19%
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Black
28%
22%
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White
54%
44%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.62
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Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
55%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hardy Elementary School's ranking?
Hardy Elementary School is ranked #789 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Hardy Elementary School often compared to?
Hardy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carrollton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% 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 Hardy Elementary School?
632 students attend Hardy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Hardy Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hardy Elementary School?
Hardy Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hardy Elementary School offer ?
Hardy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Hardy Elementary School part of?
Hardy Elementary School is part of Isle Of Wight County Public Schools.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 632 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 76% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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