Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Linwood Holton 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 64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to 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 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linwood Holton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Linwood Holton Elementary School's student population of 439 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Mascot
Lions
School Rankings
Linwood Holton 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 Linwood Holton Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#1036 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
37%
22%
White
53%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linwood Holton Elementary School's ranking?
Linwood Holton Elementary School is ranked #1036 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Linwood Holton Elementary School often compared to?
Linwood Holton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frances W. Mcclenney Elementary School, Barack Obama Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Linwood Holton Elementary School?
439 students attend Linwood Holton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Linwood Holton Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linwood Holton Elementary School?
Linwood Holton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Linwood Holton Elementary School offer ?
Linwood Holton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Linwood Holton Elementary School part of?
Linwood Holton Elementary School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is Linwood Holton Elementary School located?
Linwood Holton Elementary School is located in the Bellevue neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Bellevue.
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