Serving 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J.b. Fisher 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (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 75% 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: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J.B. Fisher Elementary serves the west part of Richmond, VA, covering an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
J.b. Fisher Elementary School's student population of 285 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
285 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Rankings
J.b. Fisher 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 J.b. Fisher Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1716 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
55%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Think Flamingo
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J.b. Fisher Elementary School's ranking?
J.b. Fisher Elementary School is ranked #1716 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are J.b. Fisher Elementary School often compared to?
J.b. Fisher Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bon Air Elementary School, Frances W. Mcclenney 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend J.b. Fisher Elementary School?
285 students attend J.b. Fisher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of J.b. Fisher Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.b. Fisher Elementary School?
J.b. Fisher Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does J.b. Fisher Elementary School offer ?
J.b. Fisher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J.b. Fisher Elementary School part of?
J.b. Fisher Elementary School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is J.b. Fisher Elementary School located?
J.b. Fisher Elementary School is located in the Huguenot neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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