Serving 461 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glen Lea 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Glen Lea Elementary serves the northern part of Richmond, VA, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glen Lea Elementary School's student population of 461 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
461 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Glen Lea 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 Glen Lea Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1761 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
90%
21%
White
2%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glen Lea Elementary School's ranking?
Glen Lea Elementary School is ranked #1761 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Glen Lea Elementary School often compared to?
Glen Lea Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laburnum Elementary School, Chamberlayne Elementary School, Harvie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Glen Lea Elementary School?
461 students attend Glen Lea Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Glen Lea Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glen Lea Elementary School?
Glen Lea Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glen Lea Elementary School offer ?
Glen Lea Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glen Lea Elementary School part of?
Glen Lea Elementary School is part of Henrico County School District.
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