Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elizabeth D. Redd 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School's student population of 344 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Elizabeth D. Redd 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 Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#1789 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
42%
19%
Black
50%
22%
White
6%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
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 Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School's ranking?
Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School is ranked #1789 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School often compared to?
Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chimborazo Elementary School, Cardinal Elementary School, Westover Hills 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 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School?
344 students attend Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School?
Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School offer ?
Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School part of?
Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School located?
Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School is located in the Westover neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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