Serving 538 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Twin Hickory Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Twin Hickory Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Twin Hickory Elementary School's student population of 538 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Twin Hickory Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Twin Hickory Elementary School is 0.64, which is less 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
#47 out of 1792 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)87%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
51%
8%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
6%
22%
White
30%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Twin Hickory Elementary School's ranking?
Twin Hickory Elementary School is ranked #47 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Twin Hickory Elementary School often compared to?
Twin Hickory Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shady Grove Elementary School, Short Pump Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Twin Hickory Elementary School?
538 students attend Twin Hickory Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Twin Hickory Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Twin Hickory Elementary School?
Twin Hickory Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Twin Hickory Elementary School offer ?
Twin Hickory Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Twin Hickory Elementary School part of?
Twin Hickory Elementary School is part of Henrico County School District.
In what neighborhood is Twin Hickory Elementary School located?
Twin Hickory Elementary School is located in the Twin Hickory neighborhood of Glen Allen, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Twin Hickory.
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