Serving 854 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Richmond County 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 66% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 854 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richmond County Elementary School's student population of 854 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
854 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richmond County 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 Richmond County Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1230 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)58%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
20%
21%
White
56%
44%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond County Elementary School's ranking?
Richmond County Elementary School is ranked #1230 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Richmond County Elementary School often compared to?
Richmond County Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tappahannock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Richmond County Elementary School?
854 students attend Richmond County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Richmond County Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richmond County Elementary School?
Richmond County Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richmond County Elementary School offer ?
Richmond County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richmond County Elementary School part of?
Richmond County Elementary School is part of Richmond County School District.
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