Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J.l. Francis 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 57% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J.L. Francis Elementary serves the southern part of Richmond, VA, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
J.l. Francis Elementary School's student population of 526 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
526 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1968
Campus Size
16 acres
School Motto
This is how we S.O.A.R S - Shine with style O - Own up to your choices A - Always respect yourself & others R - Remember to make the right choices!
School Rankings
J.l. Francis 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.l. Francis Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1547 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
55%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
36%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)23.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J.l. Francis Elementary School's ranking?
J.l. Francis Elementary School is ranked #1547 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are J.l. Francis Elementary School often compared to?
J.l. Francis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barack Obama Elementary School, Cardinal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend J.l. Francis Elementary School?
526 students attend J.l. Francis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of J.l. Francis Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.l. Francis Elementary School?
J.l. Francis Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does J.l. Francis Elementary School offer ?
J.l. Francis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J.l. Francis Elementary School part of?
J.l. Francis Elementary School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is J.l. Francis Elementary School located?
J.l. Francis Elementary School is located in the Piney Knolls neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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