Serving 877 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J.g. Hening 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 38% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 877 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J G Hening Elementary serves the northeast part of Richmond, VA, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
J.g. Hening Elementary School's student population of 877 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
877 students
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
J.g. Hening 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.g. Hening Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1486 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
40%
20%
Black
45%
21%
White
9%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J.g. Hening Elementary School's ranking?
J.g. Hening Elementary School is ranked #1486 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend J.g. Hening Elementary School?
877 students attend J.g. Hening Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of J.g. Hening Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.g. Hening Elementary School?
J.g. Hening Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does J.g. Hening Elementary School offer ?
J.g. Hening Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J.g. Hening Elementary School part of?
J.g. Hening Elementary School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
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