Washington-henry Elementary School

9025 Washington Henry Drive
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 401 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington-henry Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than 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 27% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 401 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Top 30% in VA
  • : 84% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Washington-henry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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School Overview

Washington-henry Elementary School's student population of 401 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
401 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
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School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026

School Rankings

Washington-henry Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington-henry Elementary School is 0.45, 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)
#480 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
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84%
68%
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(20-21)
70-74%
69%
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(20-21)
50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
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Hispanic
5%
19%
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Black
9%
22%
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White
73%
44%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.45
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Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
55%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Washington-henry Elementary School's ranking?
Washington-henry Elementary School is ranked #480 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Washington-henry Elementary School often compared to?
Washington-henry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rural Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Washington-henry Elementary School?
401 students attend Washington-henry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Washington-henry Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington-henry Elementary School?
Washington-henry Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington-henry Elementary School offer ?
Washington-henry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington-henry Elementary School part of?
Washington-henry Elementary School is part of Hanover County Public Schools.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 401 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 84% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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