Laurel Hill Elementary

8390 Laurel Crest Dr.
Lorton, VA 22079

743 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.

743

Total Students

48.4

Full-Time Teachers

15.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

29.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Laurel Hill Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	209
Hispanic	95
Black	228
Asian	157
Two or More	51
Pacific Islander	3

Black
228 (30.7%)
White
209 (28.1%)
Asian
157 (21.1%)
Hispanic
95 (12.8%)
Two or More
51 (6.9%)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.4%)

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:	743
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	48.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.3
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

Pre-Kindergarten 7

Kindergarten 98

Grade 1 108

Grade 2 91

Grade 3 102

Grade 4 103

Grade 5 118

Grade 6 116