Laurel Hill Elementary School
Lorton, VA 22079
Phone: (703) 551-5300
Fax: (703) 551-5397
District: Fairfax County Public Schools
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5,6 • 745 students
Laurel Hill Elementary School, a public school located in Lorton, VA, serves grades PK-6 in the Fairfax County Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Laurel Hill Elementary School is a public school located in Lorton, VA. 745 students attend Laurel Hill Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 8/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Virginia Standards of Learning data from Virginia Department of Education, and using 2025 Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) End-of-Course data from Virginia Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 9/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from Virginia Department of Education. |
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My first grader thrived last year. The teachers, the administration and support staff all genuinely care about the kids and about their learning. Their teachers are responsive and action-oriented. There also is a very engaged PTA that plans and provides extra opportunities for learning, fun and growth. The student body is diverse which leads to shared-learning and cultural understanding. I couldn't ask for a better learning environment for my child.
Posted: March 27, 2024
Great school. Good teachers. AAP program available.
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My son has spent three years at this school, and he loves it and loves his friend, he is in 5th grade this year, and the teacher gives him a fair amount of school assignments that prepare him for the Middle school upgrade.
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Posted: May 20, 2021
Laurel Hill got my two military children back on track with school. They did such a great job my daughter is in AP level IV classes and my son loves school again.
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Posted: September 29, 2020
Fantastic and absolutely a positive social emotionally supportive experience for every student.
Posted: January 30, 2020
10/10 because this school is so awesome and positive.
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Posted: December 20, 2018
I can't speak to this personally because my son does not have any learning disabilities.
Posted: December 20, 2018
Thankfully we have not had to deal with this personally. I have not heard any stories of bullying from friends and neighbors at all.
Posted: December 20, 2018
We have loved coming to Laurel Hill. My son has done K and 1st and I'm sad to be leaving. (Military Family)
Posted: December 20, 2018
I"m neutral to this because my son only did K and 1st so homework is not a big part of school.
Posted: December 20, 2018
My son has loved everyone of his teachers at this school.
Posted: December 20, 2018
The school started a postitvitey project this year where the kids learn and practice character traits each month!
Posted: December 20, 2018
There has never been a time when I'm at the school for a school function and have not seen the principal. She's friendly and great with the kids and always addresses the parents.
Posted: October 11, 2018
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Posted: October 11, 2018
Overall we are unimpressed with this school, poor education foundations and no support for parents.
Posted: October 11, 2018
No homework policy makes homework habits in the future difficult.
Posted: October 11, 2018
No experience, most of the teachers are under 25 years of age.
Posted: October 11, 2018
Posted: August 10, 2018
Great school! Caring teachers. Catered to individual needs.
Posted: August 10, 2018
My kids have had an amazing experience at this school.
Posted: August 10, 2018
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Great experience with the teachers and leadership
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Posted: March 3, 2016
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Posted: March 3, 2016
Teachers and administration provide a positive learning environment. Kids leave prepared for middle school. My son had a very positive experience at this school.
Posted: September 18, 2014
I am very pleased with this school. We are going into our 2nd year (Kindergarten + First) and my loves school. The teachers are very qualified and have done a wonderful job teaching and making learning fun. The school is very diverse with many nationalities. As a military brat that traveled the world, it is wonderful to see my child's classroom filled with people from so many different cultures. PTA has a nice selection of after school programs. The administrative staff does a very good job keeping parents informed. This is a great school in a great neighborhood.
Posted: April 1, 2014
My daughter is new to Laurel Hill this 2013-14 academic season. This is a very diverse school. The school has a anti-bully policy. Because of it, a very shy little girl has started to shine. She now looks forward to going to school everyday and have lots of friends. As parents, it was worth the expense to move here from another part of Fairfax County and to my daughter so happy. And that said a lot about the principals, teachers and staffs at Laurel Hill E.S.
Posted: December 3, 2013
My kids have been at Laurel Hill ES since 2010 and I can only say good things about the school's leadership, academic rigor, teachers, and even the SACC program. My kids have been appropriately challenged, are excited about learning, and have had really dedicated, caring, and excellent teachers. My kids love just going to school and are proud Laurel Hill Lions. The PTA is strong, too. Nice newer building.
Posted: November 12, 2013
Great school. The teachers and administrators are very professional. The learning environment is safe. They have the latest technology. Terrific school with high academic rigor.
Posted: March 30, 2012
Our two boys have been going to Laurel Hill since it opened. The teachers, Principal and staff have always been very caring and professional. We are especially happy with the staff at the after-school care (SACC). They don't just watch the kids until they are picked up, but they involve them in sports, fine arts, occasional field trips, sports and dance competitions with other school SACC programs, etc. My sons miss their SACC activities when school is closed. Thank you miss Bridgette and staff.
Posted: May 9, 2011
My daughter has awesome teacher. Her teacher make fun to learn. The staff is very helpful and friendly.
Posted: March 13, 2011
Laurel Hill is an outstanding elementary school. The Principal and Vice Principal are very involved with the students and parents. The teachers are skilled and energetic. We've had a very positive experience.
Posted: March 13, 2011
We opened up Laurel Hill when it was a brand new school and have been at the school for 2 years. The principal runs a tight ship, and maintains a good balance of discipline and fun. The vice principal is very popular with the parents and kids, and is very involved in the community. The teachers are outstanding and responsive. It's a real community over there and I couldn't be happier with it. We took our kids out of private school when the school opened and it was a great decision.
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
Bronze medal
Reviewed: December 4, 2017
Laurel Hill is an elementary school serving grades K-6. I had three children attend and can say that we were very pleased at each grade level. The school is inviting but secure. The office staff are welcoming and can often be found escorting a tardy child to his classroom in the early morning. The administration is responsive. There is one Principal and two assistant principals based on upper and lower elementary. The library is nice, there is an elevator in the building as it is two story. There are two guidance counselors and a large cafeteria. We were pleased with our children's time at LHES
- Recommendations: Silverbrook
- What did you like? The teachers. Mrs. Mitchell in fifth grade made such a lasting impact on our daughter we will never forget her.
- What did you dislike? It was very very large and very diverse. At times my middle son had trouble on the bus, I wish that the dismissal time was more better staffed to monitor all the children waiting to get home each day.
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| 10 | Cardinal Square | Condominium/Townhouse | West Springfield | VA | 4.3 mi | |
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| 13 | Burke Conservancy | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Burke | VA | 5.5 mi | |
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| 1 | Daventry | Springfield | VA | 3.6 mi | |
| 2 | West Springfield | West Springfield | VA | 3.9 mi | |
| 3 | Woodbridge | Woodbridge | VA | 4.2 mi | |
| 4 | Springfield | Springfield | VA | 5.5 mi | |
| 5 | Burke | Burke | VA | 5.5 mi | |
| 6 | Fairfax County | Springfield | VA | 5.6 mi | |
| 7 | Burke Centre | Burke | VA | 5.8 mi | |
| 8 | Kingstowne | Alexandria | VA | 6.2 mi |
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