Serving 403 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chimborazo 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (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 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chimborazo Elementary serves the eastern part of Richmond, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chimborazo Elementary School's student population of 403 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
403 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chimborazo 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 Chimborazo Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#1664 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
73%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Jaguar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chimborazo Elementary School's ranking?
Chimborazo Elementary School is ranked #1664 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Chimborazo Elementary School often compared to?
Chimborazo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cardinal Elementary School, Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School, Stonehouse Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Chimborazo Elementary School?
403 students attend Chimborazo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Chimborazo Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chimborazo Elementary School?
Chimborazo Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chimborazo Elementary School offer ?
Chimborazo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chimborazo Elementary School part of?
Chimborazo Elementary School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is Chimborazo Elementary School located?
Chimborazo Elementary School is located in the Church Hill neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Church Hill.
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5 10/10/2025
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