Serving 455 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, David A. Kaechele Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher 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 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: KAECHELE ELEM serves the northwest part of Glen Allen, VA, covering an area of approximately 3.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
David A. Kaechele Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
David A. Kaechele Elementary School's student population of 455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
455 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
David A. Kaechele Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of David A. Kaechele Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#74 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
37%
8%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
8%
21%
White
43%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is David A. Kaechele Elementary School's ranking?
David A. Kaechele Elementary School is ranked #74 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are David A. Kaechele Elementary School often compared to?
David A. Kaechele Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shady Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend David A. Kaechele Elementary School?
455 students attend David A. Kaechele Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of David A. Kaechele Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of David A. Kaechele Elementary School?
David A. Kaechele Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does David A. Kaechele Elementary School offer ?
David A. Kaechele Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is David A. Kaechele Elementary School part of?
David A. Kaechele Elementary School is part of Henrico County School District.
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