Laburnum Elementary School

500 Meriwether Ave
Richmond, VA 23222
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Laburnum Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 466 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Laburnum Elementary School's student population of 466 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'

School Rankings

Laburnum Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laburnum Elementary School is 0.32, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1763 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
25-29%
68%
(20-21)
25-29%
69%
(20-21)
11-19%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
82%
21%
White
4%
44%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.32
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Laburnum Elementary School's ranking?
Laburnum Elementary School is ranked #1763 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Laburnum Elementary School often compared to?
Laburnum Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Lea Elementary School, Chamberlayne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Laburnum Elementary School?
466 students attend Laburnum Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Laburnum Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laburnum Elementary School?
Laburnum Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laburnum Elementary School offer ?
Laburnum Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Laburnum Elementary School part of?
Laburnum Elementary School is part of Henrico County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 466 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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