Serving 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hollymead Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hollymead Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hollymead Elementary School's student population of 347 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hollymead Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hollymead Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#21 out of 1792 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90-94%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-89%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
7%
22%
White
56%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hollymead Elementary School's ranking?
Hollymead Elementary School is ranked #21 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Hollymead Elementary School often compared to?
Hollymead Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baker-butler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Hollymead Elementary School?
347 students attend Hollymead Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Hollymead Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hollymead Elementary School?
Hollymead Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hollymead Elementary School offer ?
Hollymead Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hollymead Elementary School part of?
Hollymead Elementary School is part of Albemarle County School District.
In what neighborhood is Hollymead Elementary School located?
Hollymead Elementary School is located in the Hollymead neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Hollymead.
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