Laurel Hill Elementary

8390 Laurel Crest Dr.
Lorton, VA 22079

734 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 6th

School Overview

Laurel Hill Elementary School, located in Lorton, Virginia, is a vibrant educational community serving students in Fairfax County. The school is known for its modern facility and commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages both academic excellence and social-emotional growth. With a focus on the "Portrait of a Graduate" framework, Laurel Hill emphasizes critical thinking, collaboration, and creative problem-solving, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the challenges of middle school and beyond.

Beyond the standard curriculum, the school prides itself on a strong partnership between staff, students, and families. The community benefits from active parent involvement and a variety of extracurricular programs that help students explore their interests in arts, technology, and athletics. By prioritizing a well-rounded educational experience and maintaining high expectations in a nurturing atmosphere, Laurel Hill Elementary strives to cultivate a sense of belonging and lifelong learning for every child who walks through its doors.

734

Total Students

46.0

Full-Time Teachers

16.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

30.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Laurel Hill Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	183
Hispanic	87
Black	229
Asian	178
Two or More	53
Pacific Islander	4

Black
229 (31.2 %)
White
183 (24.9 %)
Asian
178 (24.3 %)
Hispanic
87 (11.9 %)
Two or More
53 (7.2 %)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.5 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Fairfax County Public Schools
Phone:	(703)551-5300
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 6th
Total Students:	734
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	46.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	179
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	43

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 84

Grade 1 107

Grade 2 91

Grade 3 113

Grade 4 113

Grade 5 102

Grade 6 124