Serving 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harold Macon Ratcliffe 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 36% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: RATCLIFFE ELEM serves the northern part of Richmond, VA, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School's student population of 417 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
417 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Harold Macon Ratcliffe 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 Harold Macon Ratcliffe 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
#1736 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
90%
21%
White
n/a
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School's ranking?
Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School is ranked #1736 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School?
417 students attend Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% 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 Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School?
Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School offer ?
Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School part of?
Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School is part of Henrico County School District.
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