LAUREL MEADOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Laurel Meadow Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Hanover County Public Schools school district, located in Mechanicsville, VA with about 606 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 40 teachers, Laurel Meadow Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Laurel Meadow Elementary School, located in Mechanicsville, Virginia, is a prominent educational institution within the Hanover County Public Schools district. Serving students in grades pre-kindergarten through fifth, the school is known for its focus on creating a supportive and collaborative learning environment. It emphasizes academic excellence while fostering a community atmosphere, often engaging families through active PTA involvement and various school-wide events that bridge the gap between home and classroom learning.
The school is well-regarded for its modern facilities and its commitment to integrating technology and project-based learning into the curriculum. Laurel Meadow places a strong emphasis on character development and the social-emotional well-being of its students, aiming to prepare them not just for middle school, but for long-term success. By maintaining a balance between rigorous state standards and a nurturing school culture, the staff at Laurel Meadow strives to ensure that every student feels valued and motivated to reach their individual potential.
For more information, contact Laurel Meadow Elementary at (804) 365-4510 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Mechanicsville, VA 23111
(804) 365-4510
LAUREL MEADOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Mechanicsville, VA with about 606 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Hanover County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 606
- Teachers:
- 40
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 606 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending LAUREL MEADOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 80% of the student body.
- White
- 80.4%
- Black or African American
- 7.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.4%
- Two or more races
- 4.3%
- Asian
- 1.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 48.3%
- Male
- 51.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.