Serving 502 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Richneck 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 54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richneck Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Richneck Elementary School's student population of 502 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
502 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richneck 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 Richneck Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1475 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
45%
21%
White
23%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richneck Elementary School's ranking?
Richneck Elementary School is ranked #1475 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Richneck Elementary School often compared to?
Richneck Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Richneck Elementary School?
502 students attend Richneck Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Richneck Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richneck Elementary School?
Richneck Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richneck Elementary School offer ?
Richneck Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Richneck Elementary School part of?
Richneck Elementary School is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is Richneck Elementary School located?
Richneck Elementary School is located in the North Newport News neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 13 other public schools located in North Newport News.
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