Broad Rock Elementary School

4615 Ferguson Ln
Richmond, VA 23234
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 581 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Broad Rock 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 581 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Broad Rock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

Broad Rock Elementary School's student population of 581 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers

School Rankings

Broad Rock Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Broad Rock Elementary School is 0.54, 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)
#1780 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(20-21)
≤10%
54%
(20-21)
20-29%
69%
(20-21)
<50%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
52%
19%
Black
44%
22%
White
3%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.54
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Broad Rock Elementary School's ranking?
Broad Rock Elementary School is ranked #1780 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Broad Rock Elementary School often compared to?
Broad Rock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackwell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Broad Rock Elementary School?
581 students attend Broad Rock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Broad Rock Elementary School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Broad Rock Elementary School?
Broad Rock Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Broad Rock Elementary School offer ?
Broad Rock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Broad Rock Elementary School part of?
Broad Rock Elementary School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is Broad Rock Elementary School located?
Broad Rock Elementary School is located in the British Camp Farms neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in British Camp Farms.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 581 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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