Serving 302 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Frances W. Mcclenney 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: GINTER PARK ELEMENTARY serves the northeast part of Richmond, VA, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located around 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frances W. Mcclenney Elementary School's student population of 302 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
302 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2023
School Rankings
Frances W. Mcclenney 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 Frances W. Mcclenney Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#1668 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 1999–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
87%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
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
Green & Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frances W. Mcclenney Elementary School's ranking?
Frances W. Mcclenney Elementary School is ranked #1668 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Frances W. Mcclenney Elementary School often compared to?
Frances W. Mcclenney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Linwood Holton Elementary School, George W. Carver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Frances W. Mcclenney Elementary School?
302 students attend Frances W. Mcclenney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Frances W. Mcclenney Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frances W. Mcclenney Elementary School?
Frances W. Mcclenney Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Frances W. Mcclenney Elementary School offer ?
Frances W. Mcclenney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Frances W. Mcclenney Elementary School part of?
Frances W. Mcclenney Elementary School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is Frances W. Mcclenney Elementary School located?
Frances W. Mcclenney Elementary School is located in the North Side neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in North Side.
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