Serving 408 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Old Richmond Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Old Richmond Elementary serves the northwest part of Tobaccoville, NC, covering an area of approximately 37.1 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Old Richmond Elementary School's student population of 408 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
408 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Old Richmond Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old Richmond Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#957 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
22%
24%
White
53%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Richmond Elementary School's ranking?
Old Richmond Elementary School is ranked #957 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Old Richmond Elementary School often compared to?
Old Richmond Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rural Hall 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 51% NC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Old Richmond Elementary School?
408 students attend Old Richmond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Old Richmond Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Old Richmond Elementary School?
Old Richmond Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Old Richmond Elementary School offer ?
Old Richmond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Old Richmond Elementary School part of?
Old Richmond Elementary School is part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools.
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