Serving 433 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 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Linwood Holton Elementary serves the northern part of Richmond, VA, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest boundary located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Linwood Holton Elementary School's student population of 433 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
433 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
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 0.57, 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
#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
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
34%
21%
White
56%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
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
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?
433 students attend Linwood Holton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Linwood Holton Elementary School students are White, 34% 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 14:1, which is equal to 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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