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Longdale Elementary

Elementary School · Henrico County Public Schools

9500 Norfolk St, Glen Allen, VA 23060

Enrollment

475

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

3.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#1,728 of 1,851

In Glen Allen

#15 of 15

public schools

In district

#49 of 67

Henrico County Public Schools

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Longdale Elementary

3.3/10

Elementary School in Glen Allen · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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2.6/10

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About Longdale Elementary

Longdale Elementary is a public elementary school in Glen Allen, VA, part of Henrico County Public Schools. Longdale Elementary serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Longdale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,728 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Longdale Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.8
  • VA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg-18.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.7 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected-10.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,973
Chronic Absenteeism20.4%

Longdale Elementary — Students at Longdale Elementary score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 62.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
73.5% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 64.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
72.2% (2025 SOL)

Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
69%
2017
ELA
68%
2018
Math
74%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
74%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2025
Math
55.3%
ELA
53.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.8/10.

How Longdale Elementary Compares

See how Longdale Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.3/10
7th percentile in VA
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

9500 Norfolk St, Glen Allen, VA 23060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Longdale Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cool Spring Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Mechanicsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Richmond), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maude Trevvett Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Richmond), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glen Allen, see our Glen Allen schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Brookland Middle Richmond 1.3 mi 2.6
DOOLEY SCHOOL AT ST. JOSEPH'S VILLA Richmond 1.6 mi
Greenwood Elementary Glen Allen 1.7 mi 5.4
Chamberlayne Elementary Richmond 2.0 mi 4.0
OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Richmond 2.0 mi 6.4
Maude Trevvett Elementary Richmond 1.9 mi 6.3
George H. Moody Middle Richmond 2.2 mi 6.0
Lakeside Elementary Richmond 3.0 mi 4.1
Elizabeth Holladay Elementary Richmond 2.8 mi 2.6
THE GODDARD SCHOOL - ASHLAND Ashland 3.3 mi
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ATLEE COMMONS Ashland 3.4 mi
Chickahominy Middle Mechanicsville 3.0 mi 8.1
L. Douglas Wilder Middle Richmond 3.3 mi 5.8
Atlee High Mechanicsville 3.0 mi 8.5
Cool Spring Elementary Mechanicsville 3.1 mi 7.1
Dumbarton Elementary Richmond 3.2 mi 2.5
Hermitage High Richmond 3.3 mi 4.7
Henrico High Richmond 4.0 mi 6.4
THE NEW COMMUNITY SCHOOL Richmond 4.2 mi 7.6
Henderson Middle Richmond 4.1 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,685

Median Home Value

$384,800

Median Rent

$1,696/mo

Population

36,111

College Educated

51.2%

Homeownership

79.1%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

41.5

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Discovery STEM Academy Newport News, VA 3.3
Dupont Elementary Hopewell, VA 3.3
George P. Mullen Elementary Manassas, VA 3.3
Mount Eagle Elementary Alexandria, VA 3.3
Plains Elementary Timberville, VA 3.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Longdale Elementary

What grades does Longdale Elementary serve?

Longdale Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Longdale Elementary?

Longdale Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Longdale Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Longdale Elementary is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Longdale Elementary rank in VA?

Longdale Elementary ranks #1,728 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Longdale Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Longdale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Longdale Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Longdale Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Longdale Elementary a charter school?

No, Longdale Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Longdale Elementary a Title I school?

No, Longdale Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Longdale Elementary?

92.6% of students at Longdale Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Henrico County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

District

Henrico County Public Schools
District Enrollment
50,463
Schools in District
81
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,973
District Rank
#49 of 67

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