For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,640 students in 23224, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23224, VA are J.l. Francis Elementary School, Swansboro Elementary School and Blackwell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 23224 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23224, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23224, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J.l. Francis Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5146 Snead Rd
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 745-3702
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 745-3702
Gr: PK-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Swansboro Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3160 Midlothian Tnpk
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 780-5030
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 780-5030
Gr: PK-5 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Blackwell Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Everett St
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 780-5078
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 780-5078
Gr: PK-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
River City Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6300 Hull Street Rd
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 272-7554
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 272-7554
Gr: 6-8 | 1,150 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Cardinal Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1745 Catalina Dr
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 780-5082
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 780-5082
Gr: PK-5 | 821 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Oak Grove/bellemeade Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2409 Webber Avenue
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 780-5008
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 780-5008
Gr: PK-5 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 23224, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23224, VA include J.l. Francis Elementary School, Swansboro Elementary School and Blackwell Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23224?
6 public elementary schools are located in 23224.
What is the racial composition of students in 23224?
23224 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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