Serving 612 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 50% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Broad Rock Elementary serves the southeast part of Richmond, VA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 8.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Broad Rock Elementary School's student population of 612 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
612 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Broad Rock 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 Broad Rock Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1665 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
59%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
38%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
2%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broad Rock Elementary School's ranking?
Broad Rock Elementary School is ranked #1665 out of 1,773 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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?
612 students attend Broad Rock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Broad Rock Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 2% 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 15:1, 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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