Serving 793 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Signal Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 793 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Signal Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Signal Hill Elementary School's student population of 793 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
793 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Signal Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Signal Hill Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#794 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
8%
Hispanic
36%
19%
Black
11%
22%
White
33%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Signal Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Signal Hill Elementary School is ranked #794 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Signal Hill Elementary School?
793 students attend Signal Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Signal Hill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Signal Hill Elementary School?
Signal Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Signal Hill Elementary School offer ?
Signal Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Signal Hill Elementary School part of?
Signal Hill Elementary School is part of Prince William County School District.
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