Hugh Mercer Elementary School

Mayfield students begin their education journey at Hugh Mercer Elementary.

Hugh Mercer Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-2

2100 Cowan Blvd, Fredericksburg, VA

Cowan Boulevard Neighborhood

Fredericksburg City Public Schools

866 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Mrs. Marjorie R. Tankersley

Student Teacher Ratio
15:1

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

15:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

7.9%

Test Scores

Equity

Student Progress

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

288:1

Student Diversity

Male

52.7%

Female

47.3%

Black

30.7%

White

25.4%

Hispanic

22.2%

Two or more races

10.7%

Asian or Pacific Islander

9.9%

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

<1%

Native American

<1%

School Rankings

#25 Most Diverse Public ES in Virginia

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

1.0 parent

8/20/2024

Children are absolutely not safe here. Not on the bus, recess, the classroom or bathrooms

1.0 other

7/26/2024

i was not happy when i went to this school, i always felt like i was being judged when i went here. other students often broke the rules and it was really boring.

5.0 parent

12/11/2022

Great school and very nice and supportive teachers

5.0 parent

3/25/2021

We've been very happy with city schools. Our oldest just moved to LUES from HM. Hugh Mercer was a terrific school. She had absolutely fantastic teachers for K and 1st. 2nd was a drop off, but that's going to happen and it was a good learning opportunity. The administration has been responsive and su...

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List Price Range

$482K - $823K

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$629,754

Median Lot Size

14,374 Sq Ft

% Renters

89%

Average Household Income

$73,486

% of College Grads

38.2%

Median Age

Average House Size

3,068 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

79.7%

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James Monroe High School

9th to 12th
Public

C+

Alternative Paths Training School -Staff East/West

1st to 12th
Private

The Oberle Academy

3rd to 12th
Private

Snowden Park Playground

Fredericksburg Dog Park

Dog Park
Picnic Area
Trails

Old Mill Park

Canal Path

Memorial Recreation Park

Picnic Area
Tennis
Trails

Cossey Botanical Park

Fishing
Trails

Powhatan Park

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Hugh Mercer Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-2 in Fredericksburg, VA and is served by the Fredericksburg City Public Schools in Virginia. The school has a total enrollment of 866 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Hugh Mercer Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $629,754. Discover additional schools in the area, like James Monroe High School, Alternative Paths Training School -Staff East/West, The Oberle Academy, and more. Learn more about what Fredericksburg has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Hugh Mercer Elementary School.

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