Hardy Elementary School

Hardy Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-4
9389 Old Stage Hwy,  Smithfield, VA
Isle of Wight County Public Schools
2.6
632 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mrs. Joyce Mcdowell
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Math Proficiency
67%
Reading Proficiency
67%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
B
Teachers
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
67%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
44
Full Time Teachers
44
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.3%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
461:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.2%
Female
46.8%
White
54.4%
Black
29.1%
Two or more races
9.7%
Hispanic
6.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
2.6 14 Reviews
1.0 parent
8/15/2025
Hardy Elementary School is not a safe place for special education students or their families. The principal is a bully who pushes around staff and parents and threatens anyone who speaks out against her. She is a mean, vindictive person. Teachers will lie about your child’s success in the classroom...
1.0 parent
8/12/2025
As a member of the community for over 20 years, a SHS graduate and 3 children in this school system from high school to 3rd grade. We have had the worst experience with T. Gilchrist and S. Denson. Both are unprofessional and do not care for the needs of ALL children. Document every phone with a foll...
5.0 parent
6/8/2025
I had a great experience with the teachers and staff. The Special Education Committee was very helpful in ensuring that my child received the services needed for a healthy learning environment. This suggestion made a world of difference in my child's educational development. I have noticed a signifi...
5.0 parent
5/22/2025
Both of my children have attended Hardy Elementary, and I couldn’t be more pleased with our experience. Over the years, we’ve had nothing but positive interactions with the entire staff—from the dedicated teachers to the supportive office staff and caring administrators. Everyone at Hardy goes above...

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Hardy Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-4 in Smithfield, VA and is served by the Isle of Wight County Public Schools in Virginia. The school has a total enrollment of 632 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 67% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 67% are proficient in reading. Hardy Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $421,765. Discover additional schools in the area, like Westside Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Smithfield has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Hardy Elementary School.

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