C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary School
New Baltimore, VA 20187
Phone: (540) 422-7650
District: Fauquier County Public Schools
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 525 students
C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary School, a public school located in New Baltimore, VA, serves grades PK-5 in the Fauquier County Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary School is a public school located in New Baltimore, VA. 525 students attend C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
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| Test Scores | 7/10 | 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 | 7/10 | 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. |
Posted: March 26, 2024
Brilliant school and teachers are always welcoming and supportive and beaming with smiles
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Posted: February 24, 2022
Amazing school. Good and genuine people all around. Our child has progressed tremendously since we moved here from a NoVA school.
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Posted: January 28, 2019
This school has tiers of learning for its high performing students. We did not find this in PWC.
Posted: January 28, 2019
The teachers tap into kind and well respected students to lift up other students struggling this building a beautiful community. Amazing.
Posted: January 28, 2019
10. This school is phenomenal. I was worried that my children would not be challenged but the teachers we have are the very best quality in every way. Additionally, they are great people. They are exemplary roll models of work ethic, kindness, justice and love of learning. We moved to the area to go to this school based on others parentÂ’s comments and it was the RIGHT move.
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Posted: January 21, 2019
I can't write enough positive comments. Truly amazing all around! 100% fantastic. Totally baffled at the 5/10. I know the last time I was on this page it was a 9/10. Not sure what happened, but this still is (and always has been) the perfect start for our children.
Posted: January 21, 2019
We have had very little homework over the years (only when necessary and typically fun).
Posted: January 21, 2019
I have had nothing but positive experiences.
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My son had both an IEP and then a 504 and we always felt VERY well supported.
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Posted: January 10, 2019
Absolutely an amazing school! The staff and students are a true blessing.
Posted: March 31, 2018
Incredibly positive.....this is truly a child-centered school....expectations for learning and behavior are high and the students rise to those expectations....wonderful environment...
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Posted: November 7, 2016
I don't think this school has any bullies. Everyone is equal and motivated to be friends.
Posted: November 7, 2016
My son speaks 3 languages and reading was his struggling weakness but this school went above and beyond to read with him outside of class with volenteer parents or other teachers. I couldn't ask for a better community of supporters.
Posted: November 7, 2016
The kids at this school are all leaders because they are taught to stand up for what is right and to speak up about bullying! Any incident is always properly handled and effectively resolved.
Posted: November 7, 2016
Respect is not only a rule but a way of living that is promoted everyday at CHR.
Posted: November 7, 2016
The teachers really love their students genuinely and that's what makes them outstanding.
Posted: November 7, 2016
The focus on homework has been outstanding. The teachers make it fun for my son. He loves making me and his teacher proud!
Posted: November 7, 2016
This school is the best elementary school because they focus on encouragement towards their students. POSITIVE vibes from all staff and administration everytime I enter the premises. Love you C.Hunter Ritchie!!
Posted: September 8, 2016
We have had not nothing but AMAZING experiences at CHR! The staff are all amazing! So great to see the love of a small school surround our littles.
Posted: April 2, 2014
C. Hunter Ritchie is THE BEST school in the area. Period! The entire staff of teachers and the administration are top notch. I have had two children go through the school starting with kindergarten (one is in 6th now and the other in 4th) and I couldn't be happier with their academic success. The school presents a love of learning and respect both for the staff and students. The classes are perfectly sized and the "all in" attitude of each teacher is clearly evidenced by the extra activities they offer. The physical education teacher offers year round after school activities geared towards fitness; the music teacher offers a full scale musical production and honor choir; the librarians offer Battle of The Books; I could go on and on. The very approachable Principal and VP make it easy to address any concerns regarding your child. The teachers: AS stated earlier, they are TOP NOTCH! Truly dedicated in their profession and commitment to each child. My kids absolutely love school and that is simply because of the teachers and the staff who create an environment that is warm, invigorating and enjoyable all around. I Love This School!
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| 9 | Fox Mill Estates | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Herndon | VA | 20.1 mi | |
| 10 | Middleridge | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Fairfax | VA | 20.5 mi | |
| 11 | Sycamore Ridge | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Woodbridge | VA | 20.8 mi | |
| 12 | Montclair | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Dumfries | VA | 21 mi | |
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| 1 | Gainesville, Haymarket, Bristow | Gainesville | VA | 5 mi | |
| 2 | Chantilly | Chantilly | VA | 16.9 mi | |
| 3 | Montclair | Montclair | VA | 21.1 mi | |
| 4 | Burke Centre | Burke | VA | 22 mi | |
| 5 | Ashburn | Ashburn | VA | 22.5 mi | |
| 6 | Burke | Burke | VA | 22.7 mi |
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| Marine Barracks Washington | 38.5 mi. |
| Andrews AFB | 43.5 mi. |
| Dahlgren NSWC | 46.1 mi. |
| Shepherd Field | 47.2 mi. |
| Fort Detrick | 48.9 mi. |
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